Jovonne Unisex
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: jo-VAHN //dʒoʊˈvɒn//
Origin: Latin; French
Meaning: Latin: youthful; French: God is gracious
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Jovonne is believed to be a modern variant of the name Jovan, which has its roots in the Hebrew name Yochanan, meaning "God is gracious." This name was adapted into Greek as Ioannes and subsequently into Latin as Johannes. The name made its way into various languages, including Old French as Johan, before evolving into the modern forms we recognize today, including John in English.
The addition of the suffix "-ne" in Jovonne may reflect a feminine adaptation, aligning it with similar names that have emerged in the English-speaking world, particularly in the 20th century. Historically, the name John has been significant in various cultures, with notable figures such as John the Baptist and John the Apostle in the Christian tradition.
The name's prominence was further solidified through its use in the King James Bible, published in 1611, which helped to popularize biblical names across English-speaking populations. The name has been borne by numerous saints and monarchs throughout history, contributing to its enduring legacy.
Culturally, names derived from Yochanan have been associated with themes of grace and favor, resonating with many parents seeking meaningful names for their children. The feminine form Jovonne, while relatively modern, carries the weight of its historical lineage and the positive connotations of its root name.
The name's construction reflects a broader trend in naming practices that embrace both traditional roots and contemporary adaptations, allowing for a blend of historical significance and modern identity.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jovonne was first seen in the United States in 1972.
Jovonne has ranked as high as #5516 nationally, which occurred in 1979, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Jovonne has been trending about the same compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Jovonne 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 Jovonne 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 Jovonne.
| Year | Total Births | Boy | Girl |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 2004 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 2002 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 2000 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1997 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1996 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 1994 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 1993 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| 1992 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 1991 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 1990 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1988 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 1987 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 1986 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| 1985 | 10 | 0 | 10 |
| 1984 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| 1983 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1982 | 15 | 0 | 15 |
| 1981 | 8 | 0 | 8 |
| 1980 | 12 | 0 | 12 |
| 1979 | 22 | 6 | 16 |
| 1978 | 11 | 0 | 11 |
| 1977 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1976 | 13 | 0 | 13 |
| 1972 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
Top States for Jovonne
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