Jevonn
A masculine name of uncertain origin, possibly a combination of elements.
Name Census estimates that about 6 living Americans carry the first name Jevonn. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Jevonn today is around 24 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Jevonn births was 2002 (6 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Jevonn. 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 Jevonn. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
6
~ 1 in 57,125,723 Americans
Peak year
2002
6 babies that year
Average age
24
years old
2002 SSA rank
#9,971
Tracked since 2002
Popularity
Jevonn: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Jevonn 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 Jevonn 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 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Jevonn
The name Jevonn is believed to have originated from the Gaelic language, which was spoken in parts of what is now Scotland, Ireland, and the Isle of Man. The name is thought to be derived from the Old Irish word "evan," meaning "young warrior" or "youth."
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Jevonn can be found in the Annals of Ulster, a chronicle of medieval Irish history. In this text, dating back to the 15th century, there is a reference to a person named "Jevonn mac Cormac," who was a chieftain of the O'Neill clan.
In the 16th century, there was a Scottish nobleman named Jevonn Douglas who was a prominent figure in the court of King James V. He played a significant role in the turbulent political events of that time and was known for his military prowess.
During the 17th century, Jevonn Macgregor was a renowned Scottish poet and bard. He was famous for his lyrical compositions that celebrated the beauty of the Scottish Highlands and the valor of its people. His works were widely popular and helped preserve the rich oral tradition of Scottish storytelling.
In the 18th century, Jevonn O'Brien was an Irish revolutionary who fought against British rule in Ireland. He was a leader of the United Irishmen, a republican revolutionary group that sought to establish an independent Irish republic. O'Brien was eventually captured and executed for his role in the rebellion.
Another notable figure with the name Jevonn was Jevonn Macleod, a Scottish explorer who lived in the 19th century. He was part of an expedition to the Arctic regions and made significant contributions to the field of geography and cartography. His detailed accounts of the Arctic landscape and its indigenous peoples were widely published and helped further the understanding of these remote regions.
While the name Jevonn has its roots in Celtic languages, it has gained popularity across various cultures and regions over the centuries. The name's association with bravery, youth, and a connection to nature has likely contributed to its enduring appeal.
People
Jevonn + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Jevonn 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
Jevonn: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Jevonn?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 6 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Jevonn 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 57,125,723 US residents.
Is Jevonn a common name?
We classify Jevonn as "Very Rare". It ranks above 22.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 6 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Jevonn most popular?
The single biggest year for Jevonn was 2002, when 6 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Jevonn is about 24 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 Jevonn in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Jevonn a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Jevonn 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 Jevonn still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Jevonn 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 Jevonn 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 have Jevonn as a first name?
For a quick modern estimate, our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers that in one glance, with the living-bearer count front and centre.