Javis
Javis is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Spear bearer or driver; likely a modern variant of Jarvis.
Origin and history
Javis is a rare masculine name likely derived as a modern variation of Jarvis or sound-alike names like Javis/Chavez. It has seen low, sporadic use in the United States since the 20th century. Today, it remains an unconventional choice with a modern, distinctive sound.
Popularity in the United States
869 babies in the United States have been named Javis since 1880. It ranks #3809 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1907.
States where it is most popular
- FL (43.6 %)
- GA (28.2 %)
- TX (15.4 %)
- NY (12.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 5 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 11 |
| 1960-1970 | 30 |
| 1970-1980 | 107 |
| 1980-1990 | 185 |
| 1990-2000 | 233 |
| 2000-2010 | 176 |
| 2010-2019 | 102 |
| 2020-2029 | 20 |
Fun facts
- Javis is often used as a streamlined, 'r-less' variant of the classic Anglo-French name Jarvis.
- Fewer than 1,000 boys in total have been registered with the name Javis in official U.S. records since 1880.