UK boy's name
Sevan
Of Armenian origin, denoting a sacred lake in Armenia.
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Sevan is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Sevan popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5119, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2005, with 3 births.
This profile covers 15 England and Wales registrations across 5 recorded years from 2005 to 2024. 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 15 living people in the UK are called Sevan. 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 2025 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Sevan ranked #5119 for boys in England and Wales in 2024, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2005, when 3 boys were registered as Sevan.
- • About 15 living people in the UK are estimated to have Sevan as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5119
2024
Births in 2024
3
Latest year
Peak year
2005
3 births
Estimated living
15
2026
Meaning
What does Sevan mean?
The name Sevan has its origins in the Armenian language and culture, with roots dating back to ancient times. It is believed to be derived from the Armenian word "սեւան" (sevana), which means "black" or "dark-colored". This suggests that the name may have been initially associated with physical traits or appearances.
In Armenian history, the earliest recorded instance of the name Sevan can be traced back to the 5th century AD. It is mentioned in the Armenian epic poem "Daredevils of Sassoun" (Սասնա Ծռեր), which is considered one of the most significant works of Armenian literature. The poem features a character named Sevan, who is described as a brave and skilled warrior.
Throughout the centuries, the name Sevan has been borne by various notable figures in Armenian history and culture. One prominent example is Sevan Nişanyan, a Turkish-Armenian writer, linguist, and lexicographer born in 1956. He is known for his contributions to the preservation and study of the Armenian language, as well as his work on dictionaries and encyclopedias.
Another notable bearer of the name is Sevan Kaloustian, an Armenian-American artist and illustrator born in 1963. He is renowned for his intricate and imaginative artwork, which often draws inspiration from Armenian mythology and folklore.
In the realm of sports, Sevan Garibyan is a former Armenian-American professional tennis player, born in 1958. He achieved notable success in the 1980s, winning several ATP doubles titles and representing the United States in the Davis Cup.
Moving to the world of literature, Sevan Kalushian is an Armenian-American author and journalist, born in 1959. He has written extensively on topics related to Armenian culture, history, and diaspora, contributing to various publications and anthologies.
While the name Sevan has its roots in Armenian culture, it has also gained popularity and recognition across different regions and communities over time. However, its strong ties to Armenian heritage and the historical figures who have borne this name make it a significant and enduring part of the Armenian cultural identity.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Sevan over time
The chart below shows babies named Sevan registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2005 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Sevan, the clearest high point is 2005. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2024, compared with 3 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Sevan by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Sevan 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 | #4954 | 6 | 2 |
| 2010s | #4717 | 6 | 2 |
| 2000s | #3849 | 3 | 1 |
Related
Names similar to Sevan
- Samuel 108,505
- Sebastian 33,008
- Sam 20,889
- Stanley 16,354
- Sonny 15,028
- Sean 15,006
- Scott 12,587
- Seth 9,841
- Syed 9,050
- Stephen 8,884
- Spencer 8,333
- Steven 6,970
FAQ
Sevan: questions and answers
How popular is the name Sevan in the UK right now?
In 2024, Sevan was ranked #5119 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Sevan most popular?
The peak year on record was 2005, with 3 babies registered as Sevan in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Sevan?
Of Armenian origin, denoting a sacred lake in Armenia.
How many people are called Sevan in the UK?
A total of 15 babies have been registered as Sevan across the 5 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.