Jovan Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationYO-vahn / /ˈjoʊ.vɑn/Slavic; Latin
Meaning
Slavic: God is gracious; Latin: young
Historical & Cultural Background
Jovan is a Slavic variant of the name John, which has biblical origins. It is commonly used in various Slavic countries, including Serbia and Croatia. The name has been popularized through historical figures and saints. In Latin, it is associated with youthfulness.
Trend Summary
Jovan has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a modest presence in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Jovann
- Yovan
International Variants
- Giovanni (Italian)
- Juan (Spanish)
- Johann (German)
- Ivan (Russian)
Famous people named Jovan
Jovan Belcher was an American football player known for his time with the Kansas City Chiefs.
Jovan Dučić was a notable Serbian poet and diplomat.
Jovan Marković is a Serbian politician known for his work in local government.
Fictional characters named Jovan
Jovan is a character in the video game 'The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt' known for his role in the storyline.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jovan was first seen in the United States in 1966. Jovan has ranked as high as #995 nationally, which occurred in 1998, and has been most popular in California, New York, Illinois, Florida, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Jovan has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jovan (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 9 | |
| TX | 8 | |
| AZ | 8 | |
| FL | 7 | |
| NY | 6 | |
| OH | 5 | |
| MA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1966 | 6 |
| 1970 | 8 |
| 1971 | 7 |
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1973 | 13 |
| 1974 | 17 |
| 1975 | 50 |
| 1976 | 128 |
| 1977 | 175 |
| 1978 | 188 |
| 1979 | 240 |
| 1980 | 218 |
| 1981 | 226 |
| 1982 | 228 |
| 1983 | 198 |
| 1984 | 192 |
| 1985 | 199 |
| 1986 | 227 |
| 1987 | 201 |
| 1988 | 230 |
| 1989 | 240 |
| 1990 | 265 |
| 1991 | 260 |
| 1992 | 257 |
| 1993 | 256 |
| 1994 | 228 |
| 1995 | 231 |
| 1996 | 192 |
| 1997 | 228 |
| 1998 | 270 |
| 1999 | 265 |
| 2000 | 260 |
| 2001 | 270 |
| 2002 | 222 |
| 2003 | 230 |
| 2004 | 247 |
| 2005 | 209 |
| 2006 | 239 |
| 2007 | 239 |
| 2008 | 237 |
| 2009 | 225 |
| 2010 | 190 |
| 2011 | 174 |
| 2012 | 161 |
| 2013 | 173 |
| 2014 | 170 |
| 2015 | 162 |
| 2016 | 141 |
| 2017 | 137 |
| 2018 | 101 |
| 2019 | 111 |
| 2020 | 124 |
| 2021 | 117 |
| 2022 | 115 |
| 2023 | 94 |
| 2024 | 94 |