Kavon
Kavon is a boy's name of Contemporary origin.
Meaning
Modern invented name; possibly adapted from the Irish name Cavan meaning 'handsome' or 'hollow'.
Origin and history
Kavon is a modern American name that emerged in the late 20th century, likely created as a variant of names like Cavan or Devon, or through contemporary prefix blending. It has seen steady, moderate use in the United States over the past few decades. The name offers a strong, contemporary sound with a distinct rhythmic flow.
Popularity in the United States
2,786 babies in the United States have been named Kavon since 1880. It ranks #2451 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1681.
States where it is most popular
- NY (15.6 %)
- MD (9.9 %)
- MI (9.1 %)
- IL (8.9 %)
- CA (7.9 %)
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 | 13 |
| 1980-1990 | 141 |
| 1990-2000 | 734 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,166 |
| 2010-2019 | 486 |
| 2020-2029 | 246 |
Famous people named Kavon
- Kavon Frazier: Football Player, Athlete
- Kavon Akorede: Basketball Player, Athlete
Fun facts
- Kavon belongs to a trend of late 20th-century American names that combine phonetic elements like 'Ka-' and '-von'.
- The name has maintained a steady presence in U.S. birth records since the 1990s.