Chavon Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: sha-VAHN //ʃəˈvɑːn//
Origin: Irish; English
Meaning: Irish: God is gracious; English: variant of Chevonne
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Chavon is believed to have roots in the Hebrew name Shavon, which is derived from the Hebrew word "shav" meaning "to return" or "to restore." This name likely transitioned through various linguistic forms, possibly influenced by the Gaelic name Siobhán, which is a diminutive of the name Joan, meaning "God is gracious." The evolution into Chavon may have occurred as the name was adapted into English-speaking contexts, particularly in the 20th century, where phonetic variations became more common. Historically, the name Chavon does not have significant references in ancient texts or notable historical figures, but its roots in Hebrew and Gaelic connect it to a broader tradition of names that signify divine favor and restoration.
The name Joan, from which Siobhán is derived, has been borne by numerous saints and historical figures, including Joan of Arc in the 15th century, who is a symbol of courage and faith in Western culture. This connection to religious and cultural narratives may have contributed to the name's appeal.
Culturally, names like Chavon resonate with themes of renewal and grace, which are prevalent in many traditions. The name's association with the divine and its phonetic appeal may have contributed to its endurance in various forms.
While diminutive forms such as Chavi or Chava may exist, they are less commonly referenced in historical texts. Overall, Chavon reflects a blend of linguistic heritage and cultural significance, embodying themes of restoration and grace that have been valued across different eras.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Chavon was first seen in the United States in 1990.
Chavon has ranked as high as #1236 nationally, which occurred in 1995, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Chavon has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Chavon is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Chavon was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Chavon
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Chavon.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2000 | 6 |
| 1996 | 6 |
| 1995 | 14 |
| 1994 | 6 |
| 1993 | 12 |
| 1992 | 5 |
| 1990 | 6 |