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UK girl's name

Feven

A feminine name of Amharic origin meaning "the golden one".

For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2023. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.

Feven is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Feven popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2023 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5687, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2008, with 3 births.

This profile covers 6 England and Wales registrations across 2 recorded years from 2008 to 2023. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.

The latest count is about 100% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.

We estimate that about 6 living people in the UK are called Feven. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2024 or 2026.

Key insights

  • Feven ranked #5687 for girls in England and Wales in 2023, with 3 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2008, when 3 girls were registered as Feven.
  • About 6 living people in the UK are estimated to have Feven as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#5687

2023

Births in 2023

3

Latest year

Peak year

2008

3 births

Estimated living

6

2026

Meaning

What does Feven mean?

The name Feven has its roots in the Amharic language, which is one of the Semitic languages spoken in Ethiopia. The name is derived from the Amharic word "feven," which means "universe" or "creation." It is a beautiful and poetic name that reflects the rich cultural heritage of Ethiopia.

In ancient times, the name Feven was often associated with the concept of creation and the natural world. It was believed that those who bore this name were connected to the forces of nature and the cosmic order. The name may have been used in religious or spiritual contexts, as it evokes a sense of reverence for the universe and its wonders.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Feven can be found in the Kebra Nagast, an ancient text that is considered a sacred literary work in the Ethiopian Orthodox Church. The text, which dates back to the 14th century, tells the story of the Queen of Sheba and her son Menelik, who is believed to have been the founder of the Solomonic dynasty in Ethiopia.

Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who have borne the name Feven. One of the most famous is Feven Yohannes (born in 1985), an Ethiopian long-distance runner who has won numerous international competitions, including the Rotterdam Marathon in 2015 and the Amsterdam Marathon in 2016.

Another noteworthy figure is Feven Getaneh (born in 1993), an Ethiopian–American entrepreneur and fashion designer. She is the founder of the clothing line "Feven," which celebrates African culture and empowers women through sustainable and ethical fashion.

In the realm of literature, Feven Gebre (born in 1986) is an acclaimed Ethiopian-American author and poet. Her work often explores themes of identity, displacement, and the immigrant experience. Her debut poetry collection, "The Sweetest Mango," was published in 2019 and received critical acclaim.

Feven Weldemariam (born in 1977) is an Ethiopian-American journalist and television personality. She has worked as a news anchor and reporter for various media outlets, including NBC News and Al Jazeera America, and is known for her coverage of international affairs and human rights issues.

Lastly, Feven Araya (born in 1980) is an Ethiopian-American singer and songwriter. She has released several albums that blend traditional Ethiopian musical styles with contemporary genres such as R&B and soul. Her music has gained popularity both in Ethiopia and among the Ethiopian diaspora communities around the world.

These individuals, spanning various fields and professions, have carried the name Feven with pride and have contributed to the richness and diversity of their respective communities.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Popularity

Feven over time

The chart below shows babies named Feven registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2008 to 2023. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.

For Feven, the clearest high point is 2008. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2023, compared with 3 at the peak.

Babies born per year

Feven
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Decades

Feven by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Feven was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.

Decade Average rank Total births Years covered
2020s #5687 3 1
2000s #5545 3 1

Related

Names similar to Feven

FAQ

Feven: questions and answers

How popular is the name Feven in the UK right now?

In 2023, Feven was ranked #5687 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.

When was Feven most popular?

The peak year on record was 2008, with 3 babies registered as Feven in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Feven?

A feminine name of Amharic origin meaning "the golden one".

How many people are called Feven in the UK?

A total of 6 babies have been registered as Feven across the 2 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.

Which records is this page based on?

The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.