Javin Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: JAY-vin //ˈdʒeɪ.vɪn//
Origin: Hebrew; English
Meaning: Hebrew: God is gracious; English: variant of Javan
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Javin is believed to have roots in Hebrew, derived from the name Yavan (יָוָן), which translates to 'Greece' or 'Greek.' This name appears in the Hebrew Bible, particularly in the context of the Table of Nations in Genesis 10, where Yavan is identified as a descendant of Noah's son Japheth. The name Yavan later transitioned into Greek as Ionia, referring to a region in ancient Greece, and subsequently influenced Latin and other languages.
The evolution of the name into Javin likely occurred through various linguistic adaptations, particularly during the Middle Ages when Hebrew names were often transliterated into other languages, including English, through the influence of biblical texts and translations. Historically, the name Javin does not have a widespread record of notable figures or events directly associated with it, unlike some other biblical names.
However, the connection to Yavan in the Hebrew Bible provides a significant cultural and historical anchor. The name's biblical roots were further propagated through the translation of the Bible into various languages, including the Septuagint in the 3rd century BCE and the Vulgate in the late 4th century CE.
These translations helped solidify the name's presence in Western culture, even if Javin itself did not emerge as a prominent name until much later. Culturally, the name Javin carries connotations of heritage and identity linked to ancient civilizations, particularly those of the Mediterranean.
The association with Greece evokes themes of philosophy, democracy, and art, which have had a lasting impact on Western culture. While Javin may not have a plethora of diminutive forms or variations, its connection to the broader narrative of biblical names and their meanings contributes to its resonance within certain cultural contexts.
Overall, Javin reflects a blend of linguistic evolution and historical significance rooted in ancient traditions.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Javin was first seen in the United States in 1973.
Javin has ranked as high as #2705 nationally, which occurred in 2006, and has been most popular in Florida, Ohio, Texas, California, and New York.
In the past 5 years the name Javin has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Javin 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 Javin was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
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 Javin.
| Year | Total Births | Boy | Girl |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 29 | 29 | 0 |
| 2024 | 21 | 21 | 0 |
| 2023 | 34 | 34 | 0 |
| 2022 | 29 | 29 | 0 |
| 2021 | 29 | 29 | 0 |
| 2020 | 31 | 31 | 0 |
| 2019 | 40 | 40 | 0 |
| 2018 | 36 | 36 | 0 |
| 2017 | 28 | 28 | 0 |
| 2016 | 37 | 37 | 0 |
| 2015 | 59 | 59 | 0 |
| 2014 | 49 | 49 | 0 |
| 2013 | 69 | 69 | 0 |
| 2012 | 72 | 72 | 0 |
| 2011 | 73 | 73 | 0 |
| 2010 | 64 | 64 | 0 |
| 2009 | 105 | 105 | 0 |
| 2008 | 106 | 106 | 0 |
| 2007 | 113 | 113 | 0 |
| 2006 | 141 | 136 | 5 |
| 2005 | 112 | 112 | 0 |
| 2004 | 124 | 124 | 0 |
| 2003 | 117 | 117 | 0 |
| 2002 | 94 | 94 | 0 |
| 2001 | 98 | 98 | 0 |
| 2000 | 95 | 95 | 0 |
| 1999 | 58 | 58 | 0 |
| 1998 | 39 | 39 | 0 |
| 1997 | 61 | 61 | 0 |
| 1996 | 44 | 44 | 0 |
| 1995 | 42 | 42 | 0 |
| 1994 | 43 | 43 | 0 |
| 1993 | 39 | 39 | 0 |
| 1992 | 29 | 29 | 0 |
| 1991 | 26 | 26 | 0 |
| 1990 | 22 | 22 | 0 |
| 1989 | 20 | 20 | 0 |
| 1988 | 24 | 24 | 0 |
| 1987 | 13 | 13 | 0 |
| 1986 | 13 | 13 | 0 |
| 1985 | 12 | 12 | 0 |
| 1984 | 26 | 26 | 0 |
| 1983 | 15 | 15 | 0 |
| 1982 | 15 | 15 | 0 |
| 1981 | 19 | 19 | 0 |
| 1980 | 10 | 10 | 0 |
| 1979 | 13 | 13 | 0 |
| 1978 | 10 | 10 | 0 |
| 1977 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1976 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1975 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1974 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1973 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
Top States for Javin (2024)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| OH | 5 |