Jovi
Jovi is a boy's name of Contemporary origin.
Meaning
Devoted to Jove, father of the sky, or cheerful.
Origin and history
Jovi is a modern name often derived as a modern short form or variation of Jove, referring to Jupiter, or as a reference to rock band Bon Jovi. In the United States, it has seen a recent rise in usage for both boys and girls, driven by contemporary naming trends. It offers a friendly, energetic, and modern sound.
Popularity in the United States
720 babies in the United States have been named Jovi since 1880. It ranks #3956 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1561.
States where it is most popular
- CA (39.6 %)
- TX (31.5 %)
- FL (16.2 %)
- NY (8.1 %)
- MD (4.5 %)
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 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 48 |
| 1990-2000 | 61 |
| 2000-2010 | 78 |
| 2010-2019 | 166 |
| 2020-2029 | 367 |
Fun facts
- Etymologically linked to Jove, another name for Jupiter, the Roman god of sky and thunder.
- Its recent growth in popularity is partially inspired by the iconic American rock band Bon Jovi.
- More than half of all U.S. male birth records for Jovi since 1880 have occurred since 2020.