Navarion
A masculine name of Greek origin potentially meaning "navigator" or "leader".
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Navarion. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Navarion today is around 18 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Navarion births was 2008 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Navarion. 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 Navarion. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
2008
5 babies that year
Average age
18
years old
2008 SSA rank
#13,993
Tracked since 2008
Popularity
Navarion: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Navarion 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 Navarion 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 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Navarion
The given name Navarion has its roots in the ancient Greek language, originating from the region of Navarre, located in the northern part of the Iberian Peninsula. The name itself is believed to have derived from the Greek word "navarchus," which translates to "commander of a ship" or "naval commander."
The earliest recorded use of the name Navarion can be traced back to the Byzantine Empire in the 6th century AD. During this time, it was a popular name among Greek naval officers and sailors, reflecting the maritime heritage of the region. It is believed that the name was first bestowed upon a prominent naval commander who hailed from the Navarre region.
One of the earliest known historical figures bearing the name Navarion was a Byzantine admiral who lived in the early 7th century. Although not much is known about his life, he is mentioned in several historical records for his military exploits in the wars against the Sassanid Empire.
In the 9th century, a monk named Navarion gained recognition for his scholarly works and contributions to the preservation of ancient Greek texts. He is credited with transcribing and safeguarding numerous manuscripts, ensuring their survival through the tumultuous times of the Byzantine Empire.
During the Renaissance period, a renowned Italian painter and sculptor named Navarion da Firenze (1450-1520) gained fame for his works depicting religious scenes and portraits of influential figures of the time. His masterpieces can still be found adorning the walls of churches and museums across Italy.
In the 18th century, a Greek writer and philosopher named Navarion Kallikrates (1720-1795) made significant contributions to the field of ethics and moral philosophy. His writings explored the concept of virtue and its role in shaping a just society, influencing the intellectual discourse of his era.
Another notable figure with the name Navarion was a Greek revolutionary fighter from the 19th century. Navarion Papakonstantinou (1790-1863) played a crucial role in the Greek War of Independence against the Ottoman Empire, leading military campaigns and inspiring fellow fighters with his bravery and determination.
While the name Navarion may not be as common in modern times, it carries a rich historical legacy, reflecting the maritime traditions, intellectual pursuits, and revolutionary spirit of the regions from which it originated.
People
Navarion + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Navarion as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with N
Other first names starting with N with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Navarion: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Navarion?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Navarion 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 Navarion a common name?
We classify Navarion 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 Navarion most popular?
The single biggest year for Navarion was 2008, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Navarion is about 18 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 Navarion in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Navarion a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Navarion 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 Navarion still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Navarion 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 Navarion 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 Americans are named Navarion?
For a quick modern estimate, our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers that in one glance, with the living-bearer count front and centre.