Caomhán

Caomhín is a masculine given name of Irish origin. It is the Irish form of Kevin and a variant of the older form Caoimhín, which itself derives from the Gaelic caomh- meaning “gentle, kind,” or “noble,” with the diminutive suffix -ín. The name thus carries meanings related to gentleness, belovedness, or smallness in endearment.

Historically, Caoimhín appears in medieval Irish sources and has been associated with Irish church and folklore figures. In modern Irish, Caomhín is recognized as a legitimate spelling variant of Caoimhín. When rendered in English, the name is commonly Anglicized as Kevin, the form familiar to many outside the Gaelic-speaking world.

Usage and distribution today are strongest in Ireland, particularly within Irish-language communities, but the name also appears among the Irish diaspora. The spelling Caomhín is less common than Caoimhín in many contexts, though it remains an accepted Irish form and is chosen by some families for its traditional or regional character.

See also: Caoimhín (the broader Irish form of the name) and Kevin (the English equivalent).