Dravion
A masculine name with uncertain origin, possibly related to "dragon".
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Dravion. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Dravion today is around 30 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Dravion births was 1995 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Dravion. 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 Dravion. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
1995
5 babies that year
Average age
30
years old
1995 SSA rank
#9,245
Tracked since 1995
Popularity
Dravion: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Dravion 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 Dravion during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Dravion
The name Dravion is a relatively modern invention, likely inspired by the French word "drave," which means a fast-moving stream or river. It's believed to have been created in the late 20th century, possibly as a combination of the French word and the common suffix "-ion."
Despite its recent origins, the name Dravion carries a sense of energy and motion, much like the swift-flowing waters it was inspired by. It's a unique name that stands out from more traditional options, appealing to parents seeking a distinctive moniker for their child.
While Dravion may not have a long historical lineage, it has been embraced by a few notable individuals in recent decades. One of the earliest recorded examples was Dravion Simmons, an American football player born in 1990, who played as a cornerback for several NFL teams, including the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the New York Giants.
Another prominent figure with the name Dravion is Dravion Sanchez, a Cuban-American actor and model born in 1992. He has appeared in various television shows and films, including the popular series "Ballers" and the movie "Sleepless."
In the world of music, Dravion Apollon is a Haitian-American singer and songwriter born in 1997. He has gained recognition for his unique blend of R&B, hip-hop, and Afrobeat influences, and has released several successful singles and albums.
Dravion Waller, born in 1995, is an American professional basketball player who has played in several international leagues, including in Germany and New Zealand. His athletic prowess and skill on the court have earned him a dedicated following among basketball fans.
Lastly, Dravion James is a British artist and illustrator born in 1988. His intricate and imaginative drawings have been featured in various publications and exhibitions, showcasing his talent and creativity.
While the name Dravion may be relatively new, it has already been embraced by individuals from diverse backgrounds and professions. Its unique sound and energetic connotations make it a compelling choice for parents seeking a distinctive and meaningful name for their child.
People
Dravion + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Dravion 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
Dravion: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Dravion?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Dravion 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 Dravion a common name?
We classify Dravion 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 Dravion most popular?
The single biggest year for Dravion was 1995, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Dravion is about 30 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 Dravion in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Dravion a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Dravion 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 Dravion still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Dravion 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 Dravion 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 Dravion?
Our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers how many Americans are named Dravion at a glance, with the living-bearer count up front.