The nameGurvan

Gurvan is a Breton boy's name, mostly given in the 1990s and 2000s.

Meaning

Its meaning is debated. It is linked to Old Breton, with the element gur, "man".

Origin

Breton.

History

First found in the early 1960s, Gurvan peaked in the late 1990s, with the revival of Breton names. It has become rare.

Popularity of the name Gurvan

Gurvan in France

1998peak year (120 births)
2,000babies named Gurvan in France since 1900
060120 1900192019401960198020002020
Births per year in France. Source: Insee, French national statistics office, latest official figures. Rounded numbers.

Gurvan was most popular in France in the 2000s, with 675 births over the decade, 34% of all recorded babies named Gurvan. Its rise began around 1971, and it peaked in 1998. Half of all babies named Gurvan in France were born before 1998.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Gurvan mean?

Its meaning is debated. It is linked to Old Breton, with the element gur, "man".

What is the origin of the name Gurvan?

Breton.

Is Gurvan a girl's or a boy's name?

Gurvan is a boy's name.