Little saint or holy one
Nevyn is a modern name most likely derived from the Irish name Naomhán, meaning 'little saint'. It gained some recognition through its use in fantasy literature, giving it a mystical and ancient feel despite its rarity in the United States.
Less common today
Nevyn isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #5,757 in 2009.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
A powerful sorcerer and central character in the Deverry Cycle series · Deverry Cycle
A character in the video game series Fire Emblem · Fire Emblem
