Modern invented name, possibly related to Tevin or Taven
Tayven is a contemporary American invention with no singular ancient root. It likely emerged as a stylistic blend of the name Tevin—an African American name popularized in the 1990s—and the 'ay' sound found in names like Taylor or Hayden. It follows the modern trend of creating rhythmic, two-syllable names ending in 'n'.
Less common today
Tayven isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,163 in 2007.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
