Jatavious Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationjah-TAY-vee-us / /dʒəˈteɪviəs/American; African American
Meaning
American: derived from the name Jatavious; African American: modern invented name
Historical & Cultural Background
Jatavious is a modern name that has emerged primarily within African American communities. It is often seen as a creative variation of more traditional names. The name reflects a trend in contemporary naming practices that favor unique and distinctive sounds. As an invented name, it does not have a long historical background but is part of a larger movement towards individualism in naming.
Trend Summary
Jatavious has seen limited popularity in the United States, often appearing in the 21st century.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jatavious was first seen in the United States in 1987. Jatavious has ranked as high as #1365 nationally, which occurred in 2008, and has been most popular in Georgia, Mississippi, Alabama, and Louisiana. In the past 5 years the name Jatavious has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jatavious (2012)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| GA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1990 | 10 |
| 1991 | 7 |
| 1992 | 6 |
| 1993 | 14 |
| 1994 | 11 |
| 1996 | 16 |
| 1997 | 17 |
| 1998 | 18 |
| 1999 | 28 |
| 2000 | 26 |
| 2001 | 23 |
| 2002 | 24 |
| 2003 | 29 |
| 2004 | 27 |
| 2005 | 27 |
| 2006 | 33 |
| 2007 | 33 |
| 2008 | 35 |
| 2009 | 25 |
| 2010 | 19 |
| 2011 | 13 |
| 2012 | 23 |
| 2013 | 11 |
| 2014 | 7 |
| 2015 | 6 |
| 2016 | 10 |
| 2017 | 6 |
| 2018 | 6 |
| 2019 | 11 |
| 2020 | 7 |
| 2021 | 13 |
| 2022 | 11 |
| 2023 | 6 |
| 2024 | 8 |