Kevon Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: KEH-von //ˈkɛvɒn//
Origin: Irish; African American Vernacular English
Meaning: Irish: 'handsome'; African American Vernacular English: a modern variation of Kevin
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Kevon is believed to be a modern variation of the name Kevin, which has its roots in the Irish name Caoimhín. The etymology of Caoimhín can be traced back to the Old Irish elements "caomh," meaning "gentle," "kind," or "handsome," and "-ín," a diminutive suffix.
This name evolved through various forms, including the Latinized version Coemgenus, which was used in medieval texts, before becoming Kevin in English. The name was introduced to the English language through the influence of Irish missionaries and saints, particularly Saint Kevin, a 6th-century figure who founded a monastery at Glendalough in Ireland, which became a significant center of learning and spirituality during the early medieval period.
Saint Kevin's legacy contributed to the name's popularity in Ireland and among the Irish diaspora. The name Kevin was further popularized in the English-speaking world through various historical texts and translations, including the works of Geoffrey Chaucer in the 14th century and later by the King James Bible in the early 17th century, which helped solidify its presence in English literature.
The name has been borne by numerous notable figures throughout history, including Kevin of Glendalough, who is venerated as a saint in both the Catholic and Orthodox traditions. Culturally, the name Kevin and its variants, including Kevon, have come to symbolize qualities of kindness and gentleness, reflecting the original meaning of its roots.
The name's association with revered figures and its historical significance in Irish culture have contributed to its endurance over the centuries. Kevon, as a modern adaptation, retains these traditional connotations while also reflecting contemporary naming trends.
Famous people named Kevon
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Kevon Looney is a professional basketball player best known for his time with the Golden State Warriors and winning multiple NBA championships.
Kevon Smith is a professional baseball player best known for his time in Minor League Baseball and as a catcher in the MLB.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kevon was first seen in the United States in 1950.
Kevon has ranked as high as #721 nationally, which occurred in 2000, and has been most popular in New York, Florida, Texas, Illinois, and Georgia.
In the past 5 years the name Kevon has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Kevon 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 Kevon was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Kevon (2023)
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 |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 8 | |
| GA | 7 | |
| TN | 5 | |
| 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 Kevon.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 45 |
| 2023 | 55 |
| 2022 | 50 |
| 2021 | 58 |
| 2020 | 50 |
| 2019 | 54 |
| 2018 | 62 |
| 2017 | 51 |
| 2016 | 58 |
| 2015 | 65 |
| 2014 | 75 |
| 2013 | 71 |
| 2012 | 82 |
| 2011 | 99 |
| 2010 | 98 |
| 2009 | 129 |
| 2008 | 128 |
| 2007 | 135 |
| 2006 | 147 |
| 2005 | 156 |
| 2004 | 178 |
| 2003 | 206 |
| 2002 | 248 |
| 2001 | 353 |
| 2000 | 649 |
| 1999 | 194 |
| 1998 | 183 |
| 1997 | 167 |
| 1996 | 179 |
| 1995 | 148 |
| 1994 | 152 |
| 1993 | 134 |
| 1992 | 138 |
| 1991 | 156 |
| 1990 | 137 |
| 1989 | 56 |
| 1988 | 57 |
| 1987 | 44 |
| 1986 | 28 |
| 1985 | 22 |
| 1984 | 29 |
| 1983 | 23 |
| 1982 | 19 |
| 1981 | 17 |
| 1980 | 15 |
| 1979 | 18 |
| 1978 | 16 |
| 1977 | 14 |
| 1976 | 13 |
| 1975 | 7 |
| 1974 | 5 |
| 1973 | 5 |
| 1970 | 9 |
| 1969 | 8 |
| 1968 | 5 |
| 1967 | 12 |
| 1966 | 8 |
| 1964 | 7 |
| 1963 | 12 |
| 1961 | 5 |
| 1960 | 7 |
| 1959 | 13 |
| 1958 | 7 |
| 1957 | 8 |
| 1956 | 7 |
| 1954 | 8 |
| 1952 | 6 |
| 1950 | 5 |