Jevon Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: JEH-von //ˈdʒɛvən//
Origin: English; Hebrew
Meaning: English: God is gracious; Hebrew: variant of John
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Jevon has its roots in the Hebrew name Yochanan, which translates to "God is gracious." This name was adapted into Greek as Ioannes and later into Latin as Johannes. The name underwent further transformations through Old French as Johan before evolving into various forms in English, including John.
Jevon is considered a diminutive or variant form of this lineage, emerging in the English-speaking world during the late medieval period, particularly as a surname before transitioning into a given name. Historically, the name John has been significant in various cultures, particularly in Christianity, where it is associated with several important figures, including John the Baptist and John the Apostle.
The name's prominence was solidified through its inclusion in the King James Bible, published in 1611, which helped to popularize biblical names in English-speaking societies. Over the centuries, John has been borne by numerous saints, monarchs, and notable historical figures, contributing to its enduring legacy.
Culturally, the name Jevon, while less common than its root, carries connotations of grace and divine favor, reflective of its Hebrew origins. The name's association with John lends it a sense of tradition and historical depth, as it connects to a lineage of names that have been revered across various cultures and epochs.
The diminutive form Jevon may also evoke a sense of familiarity and affection, often used in familial or close-knit social contexts, although its specific historical usage as a standalone name is more recent.
Famous people named Jevon
In this section, you will find notable people named Jevon. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Jevon who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
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Jevon Kearse is a former professional American football player best known for his time with the Tennessee Titans and Philadelphia Eagles.
Jevon Holland is a professional American football player best known for playing safety for the Miami Dolphins.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jevon was first seen in the United States in 1963.
Jevon has ranked as high as #997 nationally, which occurred in 2000, and has been most popular in New York, California, Florida, Ohio, and Illinois.
In the past 5 years the name Jevon has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Jevon 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 Jevon was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Jevon (2024)
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.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
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 Jevon.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 34 |
| 2023 | 29 |
| 2022 | 25 |
| 2021 | 39 |
| 2020 | 37 |
| 2019 | 44 |
| 2018 | 33 |
| 2017 | 47 |
| 2016 | 34 |
| 2015 | 42 |
| 2014 | 43 |
| 2013 | 35 |
| 2012 | 47 |
| 2011 | 67 |
| 2010 | 47 |
| 2009 | 99 |
| 2008 | 91 |
| 2007 | 108 |
| 2006 | 140 |
| 2005 | 157 |
| 2004 | 131 |
| 2003 | 151 |
| 2002 | 169 |
| 2001 | 224 |
| 2000 | 288 |
| 1999 | 133 |
| 1998 | 135 |
| 1997 | 90 |
| 1996 | 96 |
| 1995 | 134 |
| 1994 | 159 |
| 1993 | 126 |
| 1992 | 136 |
| 1991 | 87 |
| 1990 | 92 |
| 1989 | 64 |
| 1988 | 48 |
| 1987 | 63 |
| 1986 | 66 |
| 1985 | 51 |
| 1984 | 69 |
| 1983 | 79 |
| 1982 | 73 |
| 1981 | 83 |
| 1980 | 66 |
| 1979 | 123 |
| 1978 | 112 |
| 1977 | 130 |
| 1976 | 111 |
| 1975 | 102 |
| 1974 | 95 |
| 1973 | 69 |
| 1972 | 56 |
| 1971 | 42 |
| 1970 | 18 |
| 1969 | 16 |
| 1968 | 23 |
| 1967 | 7 |
| 1966 | 11 |
| 1965 | 9 |
| 1964 | 8 |
| 1963 | 6 |