Javon
A masculine name of Hebrew origin meaning "gift from God".
Name Census estimates that about 17,853 living Americans carry the first name Javon. It is a predominantly male name (95.8% of registrations). The average person named Javon today is around 25 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Javon births was 2001 (755 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Javon. 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
- • Although Javon is used almost entirely for boys, the SSA data does show 760 girls registered with the name since 1880.
People living today
18K
~ 1 in 19,199 Americans
Peak year
2001
755 babies that year
Average age
25
years old
2024 SSA rank
#1,205
Tracked since 1960
Gender
Gender distribution for Javon
Javon leans heavily male at 95.8% of total registrations, but 760 girls have also been registered with the name over the years, giving it a small but present crossover presence.
Javon as a male name
- Ranked #1,205 in 2024
- 168 male births in 2024
- Peak: 2001 (742 births)
Javon as a female name
- Ranked #16,950 in 2017
- 5 female births in 2017
- Peak: 1981 (38 births)
Popularity
Javon: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Javon from the 1960s through to the 2020s, spanning 7 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2000s, with 6,685 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
Javon 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 Javon during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Javons live
The SSA's state-level files cover 38 states and territories. Florida, New York, Michigan recorded the most babies named Javon, while South Dakota, New Mexico, Oregon recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 412 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Javon
The name Javon is believed to have originated from the Arabic language, with its roots tracing back to ancient times. In Arabic, the name is written as "Jawwān" (جَوَّان), and it is derived from the word "jaww," which means "air" or "atmosphere."
One of the earliest known references to the name Javon can be found in the Islamic texts, particularly the Quran. It is mentioned in the context of describing the vastness and beauty of the sky and the heavens. This association with the celestial realm and the natural world has contributed to the name's symbolic meaning and significance.
The name Javon gained popularity during the medieval period in the Arab world and gradually spread to other regions through cultural exchange and travel. In various historical records, there are mentions of individuals bearing the name Javon, although precise details about their lives and accomplishments are often scarce.
One notable figure with the name Javon was Javon al-Basri, a renowned Islamic scholar and theologian who lived in the 7th century CE. He was known for his teachings on asceticism and spirituality, and his works had a significant influence on the development of Islamic thought.
Another historical figure named Javon was Javon ibn Kammuna, a philosopher and scientist from the 13th century CE. He made significant contributions to the fields of mathematics, astronomy, and logic, and his writings were widely studied in the Islamic world.
In the realm of literature, there was a Persian poet named Javon Shams al-Din, who lived in the 14th century CE. His poetic works, particularly his ghazals (lyric poems), were celebrated for their depth and emotional resonance.
During the Ottoman Empire, a prominent military leader named Javon Pasha gained recognition for his strategic prowess and valor in various battles. He served as a high-ranking commander in the Ottoman army and played a crucial role in the expansion and defense of the empire's territories.
Another notable figure with the name Javon was Javon al-Qudsi, a Sufi mystic and spiritual teacher who lived in the 16th century CE. He was renowned for his teachings on divine love, self-knowledge, and the pursuit of spiritual enlightenment, and his writings continue to influence Sufi traditions to this day.
While the name Javon has its roots in the Arabic language and Islamic culture, it has gained popularity in various parts of the world, transcending cultural and linguistic boundaries. The name's connection to the natural elements and its rich historical legacy have contributed to its enduring appeal and significance.
Notable bearers
Famous people named Javon
People
Javon + last name combinations
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Related
Other names starting with J
Other first names starting with J with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Javon: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Javon?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 17,853 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Javon 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 19,199 US residents.
Is Javon a common name?
We classify Javon as "Uncommon". It ranks above 98.4% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 18,234 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Javon most popular?
The single biggest year for Javon was 2001, when 755 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Javon is about 25 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Javon a male name?
Yes, 95.8% of people registered as Javon 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.