Djavon
Masculine name of French origin, meaning "from Javon".
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Djavon. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Djavon today is around 38 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Djavon births was 1986 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Djavon. 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 Djavon. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
1986
5 babies that year
Average age
38
years old
1986 SSA rank
#7,009
Tracked since 1986
Popularity
Djavon: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Djavon 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 Djavon during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1980s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Djavon
The name Djavon has its origins in the ancient Persian language, with roots that can be traced back to the 6th century BCE. It is derived from the Persian word "djav," meaning "wheat" or "grain," and the suffix "-on," which denotes a person or entity associated with the root word. Thus, the name Djavon can be interpreted as "one who works with wheat" or "farmer."
In its earliest recorded use, the name appeared in ancient Persian texts and inscriptions, often referring to agricultural workers or landowners. As the Persian Empire expanded across the Middle East and Central Asia, the name likely spread to other regions and cultures.
One of the earliest known individuals with the name Djavon was a Persian farmer who lived in the 5th century BCE. He was mentioned in a historical account documenting the agricultural practices of the time.
During the Islamic Golden Age, which spanned from the 8th to the 13th centuries, the name Djavon gained prominence in the Persian-speaking regions of the Middle East. It was associated with scholars, poets, and intellectuals who contributed to the flourishing of arts and sciences.
In the 11th century, a renowned Persian poet named Djavon al-Khorasani rose to fame for his intricate and lyrical verses. His poems were widely celebrated and continue to be studied by scholars of Persian literature.
Another notable figure was Djavon ibn Sina, a Persian polymath born in 980 CE. He was a philosopher, scientist, and physician, and his works significantly influenced the development of medieval medicine and philosophy.
In the 14th century, a Persian architect named Djavon al-Shirazi gained recognition for his innovative architectural designs and contributions to the construction of mosques and palaces in the region.
Throughout history, the name Djavon has been used across various cultures and regions influenced by the Persian language and traditions. While its usage may have evolved over time, its roots remain deeply embedded in the rich cultural heritage of ancient Persia.
People
Djavon + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Djavon as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with D
Other first names starting with D with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Djavon: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Djavon?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Djavon 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 68,550,868 US residents.
Is Djavon a common name?
We classify Djavon as "Very Rare". It ranks above 18.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Djavon most popular?
The single biggest year for Djavon was 1986, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Djavon is about 38 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 Djavon in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Djavon a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Djavon 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 Djavon still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Djavon 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 Djavon 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 are named Djavon?
For a quick modern estimate, our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers that in one glance, with the living-bearer count front and centre.