Fair, white, or friend of the river
Aiven is a modern name with multiple possible etymological roots. It is often considered a variant of the Irish name Alvin or the Scottish name Alpin, meaning 'fair' or 'white,' or it may be a creative variation of the English name Ivan or Alvin. Its rarity makes it a distinctive choice for parents seeking a familiar sound with a unique spelling.
Less common today
Aiven isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,447 in 2017.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).