Jayvon Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Jayvon is a modern American English name combining 'Jay' and '-von', symbolizing playfulness. Its language path includes variants like Javon and Javaughn. It has gained popularity since the late 20th century, reflecting contemporary naming trends. The name does not have biblical relevance.
The name Jayvon is most popular in Rhode Island, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Jayvon has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, too falling for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Jayvon' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 8999th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2246th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1102nd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1946th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Jayvon' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jayvon"
Pronunciation
/dʒeɪˈvɒn/
Origin
Modern American English
Etymology
The name Jayvon is a modern invention, likely derived from a combination of the name 'Jay' and the suffix '-von', which can add a sense of flair or uniqueness. The name 'Jay' itself is often associated with the jaybird, symbolizing playfulness and freedom.
Meaning
Playful, bird-like
Language Evolution
Jay, Javon, Javaughn
Historical Usage
Jayvon gained popularity in the late 20th century, especially in the United States, as parents began to favor unique and modern names for their children.
Variants & Derivatives
Javon, Javaughn, Jay
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Jayvon is perceived as a trendy and modern name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Jayvon Elmore (American basketball player), Jayvon Thrift (American football player)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jayvon"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Jayvon"
"Jayvon" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 8999th of 10718 | 11 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2246th of 16616 | 467 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1102nd of 24088 | 2,420 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1946th of 23106 | 932 |
Regional Popularity of "Jayvon" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
38.59% 1422nd/3685 |
33.90% 1517th/4475 |
50.79% 2638th/5194 |
41.36% 2613th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
20.34% 932nd/4582 |
13.85% 715th/5164 |
17.59% 1286th/7313 |
22.27% 1662nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
40.04% 1595th/3984 |
38.04% 1707th/4487 |
32.63% 2226th/6822 |
43.96% 2759th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Jayvon" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Jayvon"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jayvon" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.