Randon
Randon is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Shield hill or rowan tree hill.
Origin and history
Randon is a rare masculine name of Old English origin, likely derived from a place name or surname meaning shield hill or rowan tree hill. It has historically seen limited use in the United States, remaining a uncommon choice for parents. The name functions both as a transferred surname and a modern variant blending elements of Randy and Brandon.
Popularity in the United States
1,756 babies in the United States have been named Randon since 1880. It ranks #3044 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1911.
States where it is most popular
- TX (44.3 %)
- CA (18.6 %)
- PA (14 %)
- LA (6.4 %)
- UT (6.1 %)
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 | 27 |
| 1950-1960 | 115 |
| 1960-1970 | 91 |
| 1970-1980 | 189 |
| 1980-1990 | 476 |
| 1990-2000 | 373 |
| 2000-2010 | 299 |
| 2010-2019 | 170 |
| 2020-2029 | 16 |
Famous people named Randon
- Randon Lu: Esports Player, Software Engineer
Nicknames
Randy, Ran
Fun facts
- Randon originated as an English habitational surname before being adapted as a given name.
- With fewer than 2,000 recorded male births in the U.S. since 1880, it remains a distinctive choice.