Carvon
A masculine name of unknown origin, potentially derived from the word "carve".
Name Census estimates that about 7 living Americans carry the first name Carvon. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Carvon today is around 23 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Carvon births was 2003 (7 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Carvon. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Carvon. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
7
~ 1 in 48,964,905 Americans
Peak year
2003
7 babies that year
Average age
23
years old
2003 SSA rank
#8,799
Tracked since 2003
Popularity
Carvon: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Carvon by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Carvon during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | 7 | 0 | 7 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Carvon
The name Carvon is a unique and intriguing moniker with a rich historical tapestry. Its origins can be traced back to the ancient Gaelic language spoken in parts of modern-day Ireland and Scotland. The name is believed to have derived from the word "carn," which means "rocky hill" or "cairn," a man-made stack of stones commonly found in Celtic regions.
In the early medieval period, the name Carvon was particularly prevalent among the clans and families residing in the Scottish Highlands. It was often bestowed upon individuals born or residing near prominent rocky outcroppings or cairns, which held significant cultural and spiritual significance for the Celtic peoples.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Carvon can be found in the "Annals of Ulster," a historical chronicle compiled by Irish monks in the 15th century. The annals mention a notable figure named Carvon mac Domhnall, who was a chieftain of the Clan MacKenzie in the late 12th century.
Throughout the centuries, several notable individuals have borne the name Carvon. In the 16th century, Carvon Og MacLean was a renowned Scottish poet and bard, known for his poignant compositions celebrating the natural beauty of the Highlands. Another notable figure was Carvon MacDonald, a Scottish military commander who fought alongside Robert the Bruce during the Wars of Scottish Independence in the early 14th century.
In the 17th century, Carvon McLeod was a prominent figure in the Scottish Covenanter movement, a Presbyterian group that played a significant role in the religious and political upheavals of that era. His unwavering commitment to religious freedom and his defiance against English rule earned him a place in Scottish history.
Moving forward to the 18th century, Carvon Campbell was a respected Scottish philosopher and scholar, known for his insightful writings on ethics, morality, and the human condition. His works influenced many intellectual circles across Europe during the Age of Enlightenment.
While the name Carvon may not be as commonly used today, its rich historical legacy serves as a testament to the enduring cultural heritage of the Celtic peoples and their profound connection to the rugged landscapes they called home.
People
Carvon + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Carvon as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with C
Other first names starting with C with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Carvon: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Carvon?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 7 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Carvon going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 48,964,905 US residents.
Is Carvon a common name?
We classify Carvon as "Very Rare". It ranks above 23.8% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 7 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Carvon most popular?
The single biggest year for Carvon was 2003, when 7 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Carvon is about 23 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Carvon in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Carvon a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Carvon in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Carvon still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Carvon in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Carvon can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people share the name Carvon?
Find out how many Americans are named Carvon on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org — a quick modern estimate with the living-bearer count front and centre.