Draven
Draven is a boys' name of English origin meaning “hunter, of the ravens.” A modern invented name popularized by the 1994 film The Crow, in which Eric Draven is the protagonist.
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how do you pronounce Draven?
DRAY-ven
more about Draven
It carries a dark, gothic aesthetic.
how popular is this name?
Draven has appeared in the US top 1,000 in 24 years since 1995. It peaked at #637 in 2005, and ranked #954 in 2018.
See the milestone years
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2018 | #954 |
| 2017 | #873 |
| 2016 | #872 |
| 2015 | #844 |
| 2014 | #822 |
| 2013 | #799 |
| 2012 | #763 |
| 2011 | #730 |
| 2010 | #732 |
| 2009 | #649 |
| 2005 | #637 |
| 2000 | #735 |
| 1995 | #796 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset (through 2025). Years absent from the table are years Draven fell outside the top 1,000.
who are famous people named Draven?
- Eric Draven (fictional, The Crow)
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quick answers about Draven
What does the name Draven mean?
Draven means “hunter, of the ravens”.
What is the origin of the name Draven?
Draven comes from the English naming tradition.
How popular is the name Draven?
Draven ranked #954 in the US in 2018, according to Social Security data. Its best year was 2005, at #637, and it has spent 24 years in the top 1,000 since 1995.
Is Draven a boy or girl name?
Draven is primarily a boys' name.
How do you pronounce Draven?
Draven is pronounced DRAY-ven, with 2 syllables.
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