Jontavius Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Jontavius is an American English name that combines the Hebrew name Jonathan, meaning 'God has given', with the Latin-influenced element 'Tavius'. It has evolved from historical names like Jonathan and has gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly within African American communities. The name embodies traits of uniqueness and creativity, while having no direct biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jontavius"
Pronunciation
/dʒɒnˈteɪviəs/
Origin
American English
Etymology
Jontavius is a modern name that combines elements from the names 'Jon' and 'Tavius'. 'Jon' is often a short form of 'Jonathan', which has Hebrew origins meaning 'God has given'. 'Tavius' is likely derived from 'Tavius', a name of Latin origin.
Meaning
God has given
Language Evolution
Jonathan, Jontavius
Historical Usage
Jontavius emerged in the late 20th century and gained popularity as a unique and modern name choice, particularly in African American communities.
Variants & Derivatives
Jon, Jonathan, Tavius
Modern Popularity & Image
Jontavius is perceived as a contemporary and distinctive name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Jontavius Johnson, an emerging artist in music.
📊 Jontavius Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Jontavius Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 14 peak births in 2009
Geographic Spread
Popular across 2 US states, with strongest presence in Georgia
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 2 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jontavius"
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 "Jontavius"
"Jontavius" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 7020th of 16616 | 77 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 6674th of 24088 | 170 |
Regional Popularity of "Jontavius" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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56.72% 2946th/5194 |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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52.56% 3844th/7313 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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Regional Popularity of "Jontavius" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Jontavius"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jontavius" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Jontavius" in the United States
The name Jontavius is most popular in Georgia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the South 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, Jontavius has been stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Jontavius' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 7020th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6674th out of 24088 names. Discover how the name 'Jontavius' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.