Javon
Javon is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Greece or Ionian; young.
Origin and history
Javon is a modern American name derived from the Biblical name Javan, which referred to Greece or the Ionians. It gained popularity in the United States in the late 20th century, particularly among parents seeking a strong, contemporary option. The name remains moderately well-known with consistent modern usage.
Popularity in the United States
17,646 babies in the United States have been named Javon since 1880. It ranks #885 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1055.
States where it is most popular
- FL (10.5 %)
- NY (9.1 %)
- MI (6.8 %)
- TX (6.2 %)
- OH (5.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 32 |
| 1970-1980 | 553 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,594 |
| 1990-2000 | 4,964 |
| 2000-2010 | 6,599 |
| 2010-2019 | 2,849 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,055 |
Famous people named Javon
- Javon Hargrave: Athlete, Football Player
- Javon Walton: Actor, Boxer
- Javon Ringer: Athlete, Football Player
Nicknames
Jay, Jave
Fun facts
- In ancient Hebrew literature, 'Javan' was used to designate the land of Greece and its people.
- Javon arose as an modernized English spelling variant of the ancient name Javan.