Gevon Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: geh-VON //ɡəˈvɒn//
Origin: Hebrew; English
Meaning: Hebrew: 'God is gracious'; English: variant of Kevin
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Gevon is believed to have Hebrew origins, deriving from the root word "gibbor," which translates to "mighty" or "strong." This etymological path reflects the linguistic evolution from ancient Hebrew through various forms of translation and adaptation. The name may also be connected to the biblical city of Gibeon, which is mentioned in the Old Testament as a significant site during the conquest of Canaan.
The Hebrew name "Giv'on" refers to this city, and it is thought that Gevon may be a variant or derivative of this place name, which has historical resonance in Jewish tradition and scripture. Historically, Gibeon was notable for its role in the biblical narrative, particularly in the Book of Joshua, where it is described as a city that made a treaty with the Israelites.
This event is dated to the late 13th century BCE, marking Gibeon as a significant location in the early history of Israel. The name Gevon, while less common than its biblical counterparts, carries with it the weight of these historical associations, linking it to themes of strength and resilience found in the narratives of the Hebrew Bible.
Culturally, names derived from biblical origins often carry symbolic meanings that resonate through generations. The notion of strength associated with Gevon aligns with the broader cultural significance of names in Hebrew tradition, where they often reflect virtues or characteristics valued in society.
While diminutive forms or variations may exist, Gevon itself stands as a testament to the enduring legacy of biblical names and their meanings, encapsulating a sense of historical depth and cultural identity.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Gevon was first seen in the United States in 1991.
Gevon has ranked as high as #1273 nationally, which occurred in 2000, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Gevon has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Gevon 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 Gevon was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Gevon
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
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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 Gevon.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2006 | 7 |
| 2005 | 8 |
| 2004 | 6 |
| 2003 | 6 |
| 2001 | 9 |
| 2000 | 10 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 1998 | 9 |
| 1997 | 8 |
| 1996 | 6 |
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1991 | 7 |