karvan

Karvan is primarily a surname of Turkish origin. The name is related to the Turkish and Persian word karavan, meaning caravan—a group of travelers moving together. As a family name, Karvan is most widely recognized in English-language contexts through the Australian actress Jessica Karvan (born 1980), who has appeared in television series such as The Secret Life of Us and Love My Way, as well as various films and stage productions.

Beyond its use as a surname, Karvan can be encountered as a transliteration variant of the foreign word for caravan in different languages and texts. In scholarly and cultural references, the term may appear in discussions of caravan trade, historical routes, or literature that engages with the idea of travel and exchange along caravan networks. The primary significance of Karvan remains its etymological ties to caravan and its adoption as a family name in diverse communities.