Javen Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationJAY-vin / /ˈdʒeɪ.vɪn/Hebrew; American
Meaning
Hebrew: God is gracious; American: modern invented name
Historical & Cultural Background
Javen is often considered a modern name, primarily used in the United States. It is derived from the Hebrew name Yavan, which refers to the ancient Greek civilization. The name has gained popularity in recent decades, reflecting a trend towards unique and contemporary names for boys.
Trend Summary
Javen has seen a rise in popularity in the United States, particularly in the early 2000s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Javin
- Javon
International Variants
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Javen was first seen in the United States in 1952. Javen has ranked as high as #1189 nationally, which occurred in 2007, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Florida, Georgia, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Javen has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Javen (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 9 | |
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1952 | 6 |
| 1972 | 6 |
| 1977 | 6 |
| 1978 | 5 |
| 1979 | 11 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1984 | 7 |
| 1985 | 8 |
| 1986 | 10 |
| 1987 | 9 |
| 1988 | 10 |
| 1989 | 13 |
| 1990 | 15 |
| 1991 | 14 |
| 1992 | 23 |
| 1993 | 20 |
| 1994 | 33 |
| 1995 | 41 |
| 1996 | 51 |
| 1997 | 45 |
| 1998 | 56 |
| 1999 | 92 |
| 2000 | 121 |
| 2001 | 128 |
| 2002 | 179 |
| 2003 | 177 |
| 2004 | 180 |
| 2005 | 163 |
| 2006 | 193 |
| 2007 | 199 |
| 2008 | 181 |
| 2009 | 177 |
| 2010 | 154 |
| 2011 | 143 |
| 2012 | 123 |
| 2013 | 118 |
| 2014 | 76 |
| 2015 | 113 |
| 2016 | 71 |
| 2017 | 72 |
| 2018 | 90 |
| 2019 | 61 |
| 2020 | 40 |
| 2021 | 38 |
| 2022 | 45 |
| 2023 | 43 |
| 2024 | 52 |