Find out how popular the first name Zavyon has been for the last 3 years (from 2010 to 2012) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Zavyon by gender

Based on the last 3 years of data, Zavyon is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2012, there were 5 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Zavyon.

The history of the first name Zavyon

The name Zavyon has its origins in the ancient Semitic languages spoken in the Middle East and North Africa. Derived from the root word "zav," meaning "movement" or "flow," Zavyon likely emerged as a name during the early centuries of the common era, though its precise origins are obscure.

Zavyon bears similarities to names found in ancient Hebrew and Aramaic texts, suggesting it may have been used among Jewish communities in the region. However, there are no definitive historical references or records of its usage during this early period.

The earliest recorded instance of the name Zavyon dates back to the 9th century CE, when it appeared in the writings of the renowned Persian scholar and polymath, Al-Khwarizmi (c. 780-850). Al-Khwarizmi mentioned a contemporary figure named Zavyon ibn Khalid, who was a mathematician and astronomer in the court of the Abbasid Caliph Al-Ma'mun.

In the 11th century, a philosopher and physician named Zavyon al-Isfahani (c. 1015-1087) gained prominence in the intellectual circles of the Islamic Golden Age. His works on ethics and natural philosophy were widely read and respected throughout the region.

During the medieval period, the name Zavyon also appeared in various Islamic texts and records, indicating its continued use among Arab and Persian populations. One notable figure was Zavyon al-Baghdadi (c. 1200-1265), a renowned Sufi mystic and poet who authored several influential works on spirituality and mysticism.

In the 15th century, a Turkish scholar and historian named Zavyon Efendi (c. 1420-1490) gained recognition for his chronicles of the Ottoman Empire and its rulers. His writings provide valuable insights into the political and cultural landscape of the time.

Another notable bearer of the name was Zavyon ibn Khalil (c. 1550-1620), an Arab mathematician and astronomer from Damascus. His contributions to the study of celestial mechanics and the development of astronomical instruments were significant during the late Renaissance period.

While the name Zavyon has ancient roots and a rich history, its usage has become relatively rare in modern times, particularly outside of certain cultural and linguistic communities in the Middle East and North Africa.

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