Raven
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Origin and meaning
Name: Raven (rav-en)
Gender: Unisex
Popularity in 2024: Female #376, Male #895
Origin: English
Meaning: Blackbird
Origin: African-American
Meaning: Raven (bird)
Origin and Meaning: Raven is derived from the Old English word hræfn, which means “raven”. It is also associated with the Latin word ravus, which means “dark”.
Etymology: The name Raven is derived from the Old English word hræfn, which means “raven”. It is also associated with the Latin word ravus, which means “dark”.
Derived: Raven is also a surname, derived from the Old English word hræfn.
History of Name: The name Raven has been used as a given name since the Middle Ages. It was popularized in the United States in the late 20th century, when it was used as a name for characters in popular television shows and movies.
Style of the Name: Raven is a strong and powerful name, with a mysterious and dark edge.
Symbolism of the Name: The raven is a symbol of intelligence, wisdom, and mystery. It is also associated with the supernatural and the unknown.
Pronunciation
Say: 🔊
IPA: /ɹˈe͡ɪvən/
Syllables: rav-en
Raven's luck prospects
| Destiny | Good | ★★★★ |
| Friendship | Good | ★★★★ |
| Love | Good | ★★★★ |
| Family | Excellent | ★★★★★ |
| Money | Good | ★★★★ |
| Health | Poor | ★★ |
Personality traits of name Raven
- Decent
- Hopeful
- Leisurely
- Many-sided
- Tolerant
- Jealous
- Impatient
Astrology of name Raven
Zodiac sign: Virgo
Element: Earth
Ruling planet: Mercury
Lucky metal: Titanium
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| Lucky colors: | Tan Violet |
Totem pet: Rabbit
Totem animal: Antelope
Totem plant: Gerbera
Totem tree: Aspen
Lucky weekday: Saturday
Favorable month: June
Lucky numbers: 3, 11, 46
Lucky days of the month: 6, 17, 31
Unlucky number: 23
Hobbies: canoeing/kayaking, makeup art, wine making
Careers: Research & Development, Auditing, Financial Services
Health issues: Gastrointestinal problems
Letters count: 5
Numerology of name Raven
Name popularity
Male
Raw data
| Year | Rank | Births |
|---|---|---|
| 1978 | 660 | 25 |
| 1980 | 669 | 22 |
| 1981 | 668 | 22 |
| 1987 | 694 | 23 |
| 1989 | 726 | 27 |
| 1990 | 721 | 62 |
| 1991 | 711 | 53 |
| 1992 | 694 | 89 |
| 1993 | 662 | 109 |
| 1994 | 673 | 104 |
| 1995 | 703 | 98 |
| 1996 | 663 | 114 |
| 1997 | 650 | 142 |
| 1998 | 631 | 169 |
| 1999 | 626 | 188 |
| 2000 | 641 | 173 |
| 2001 | 649 | 178 |
| 2002 | 660 | 159 |
| 2003 | 694 | 137 |
| 2004 | 746 | 103 |
| 2005 | 806 | 73 |
| 2006 | 816 | 69 |
| 2007 | 859 | 35 |
| 2008 | 873 | 43 |
| 2009 | 851 | 48 |
| 2010 | 848 | 39 |
| 2011 | 844 | 39 |
| 2012 | 856 | 44 |
| 2013 | 851 | 38 |
| 2014 | 883 | 37 |
| 2015 | 870 | 37 |
| 2016 | 887 | 39 |
| 2017 | 870 | 39 |
| 2018 | 875 | 41 |
| 2019 | 884 | 33 |
| 2020 | 888 | 40 |
| 2021 | 895 | 44 |
Female
Raw data
| Year | Rank | Births |
|---|---|---|
| 1966 | 728 | 22 |
| 1969 | 742 | 23 |
| 1971 | 754 | 26 |
| 1972 | 730 | 25 |
| 1976 | 652 | 100 |
| 1977 | 499 | 299 |
| 1978 | 458 | 342 |
| 1979 | 469 | 346 |
| 1980 | 449 | 408 |
| 1981 | 461 | 380 |
| 1982 | 410 | 469 |
| 1983 | 421 | 425 |
| 1984 | 441 | 408 |
| 1985 | 444 | 403 |
| 1986 | 508 | 325 |
| 1987 | 478 | 348 |
| 1988 | 512 | 327 |
| 1989 | 440 | 476 |
| 1990 | 164 | 1760 |
| 1991 | 148 | 2026 |
| 1992 | 149 | 2017 |
| 1993 | 137 | 2286 |
| 1994 | 154 | 2075 |
| 1995 | 168 | 1757 |
| 1996 | 184 | 1622 |
| 1997 | 164 | 1781 |
| 1998 | 182 | 1653 |
| 1999 | 201 | 1527 |
| 2000 | 209 | 1447 |
| 2001 | 230 | 1355 |
| 2002 | 228 | 1338 |
| 2003 | 226 | 1428 |
| 2004 | 256 | 1219 |
| 2005 | 335 | 904 |
| 2006 | 406 | 734 |
| 2007 | 460 | 631 |
| 2008 | 523 | 499 |
| 2009 | 541 | 476 |
| 2010 | 506 | 487 |
| 2011 | 496 | 489 |
| 2012 | 475 | 553 |
| 2013 | 443 | 579 |
| 2014 | 466 | 618 |
| 2015 | 434 | 656 |
| 2016 | 438 | 635 |
| 2017 | 403 | 709 |
| 2018 | 377 | 749 |
| 2019 | 386 | 744 |
| 2020 | 387 | 740 |
| 2021 | 376 | 770 |
Name Raven in sign language
Raven's name color
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