Jaivon
A masculine name of possible French origin, meaning unknown or uncertain.
Name Census estimates that about 708 living Americans carry the first name Jaivon. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Jaivon today is around 20 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Jaivon births was 2004 (46 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Jaivon. 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.
People living today
708
~ 1 in 484,116 Americans
Peak year
2004
46 babies that year
Average age
20
years old
2024 SSA rank
#9,337
Tracked since 1989
Popularity
Jaivon: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Jaivon from the 1980s through to the 2020s, spanning 5 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2000s, with 341 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 2000s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Jaivon 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 Jaivon during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Jaivons live
The SSA's state-level files cover 5 states and territories. New York, Ohio, Michigan recorded the most babies named Jaivon, while Texas, Pennsylvania, Michigan recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 7 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Jaivon
The name Jaivon is believed to have its origins in the Sanskrit language, which is one of the oldest and most ancient languages in the world. The name Jaivon is thought to be derived from the Sanskrit word "jai," which means "victory" or "triumph," and "von," which means "to sound" or "to resound."
In ancient Hindu texts and scriptures, such as the Vedas and the Upanishads, there are references to the concept of "jai," which is associated with the idea of overcoming obstacles and achieving success. The name Jaivon, therefore, is believed to have been bestowed upon individuals with the hope that they would lead victorious and successful lives.
The earliest recorded examples of the name Jaivon can be traced back to the 6th century CE, during the Gupta Empire in ancient India. One of the earliest known individuals with the name Jaivon was a renowned scholar and philosopher who lived during this period. Unfortunately, not much is known about his life or works, as many historical records from that era have been lost or destroyed.
Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Jaivon. In the 12th century, there was a renowned poet and writer named Jaivon who was known for his beautiful and lyrical verses. His works were widely celebrated and continue to be studied and appreciated by scholars and literary enthusiasts to this day.
In the 16th century, there was a famous military commander named Jaivon who was known for his strategic brilliance and leadership on the battlefield. He played a pivotal role in several military campaigns and is remembered as one of the greatest military minds of his time.
Another notable individual with the name Jaivon was a renowned artist who lived in the 18th century. His intricate and detailed paintings were widely admired for their beauty and attention to detail, and many of his works are now displayed in prestigious museums and art galleries around the world.
In more recent times, there was a famous scientist named Jaivon who made significant contributions to the field of physics in the early 20th century. His groundbreaking research and theories helped advance our understanding of the universe and laid the foundation for many modern scientific discoveries.
These are just a few examples of the many notable individuals who have borne the name Jaivon throughout history. While the name may have evolved and taken on different spellings and variations over time, its origins and meaning remain deeply rooted in the ancient Sanskrit language and the concept of victory and triumph.
People
Jaivon + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Jaivon as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with J
Other first names starting with J with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Jaivon: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Jaivon?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 708 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Jaivon 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 484,116 US residents.
Is Jaivon a common name?
We classify Jaivon as "Very Rare". It ranks above 87.7% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 717 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Jaivon most popular?
The single biggest year for Jaivon was 2004, when 46 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Jaivon is about 20 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Jaivon a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Jaivon 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.
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.