Jovon Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationJOH-von / ˈdʒoʊ.vɒnEnglish; African American
Meaning
English: God is gracious; African American: derived from a blend of names
Historical & Cultural Background
Jovon is a modern name that emerged in the late 20th century, particularly within African American communities. It is often seen as a variation of the name 'Jovan' or related to names like 'Jovany.' The name reflects a trend of creating unique names by blending sounds and influences from various cultures.
Trend Summary
Jovon has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, particularly among African American families.
Similar Names
Variants
- Jovan
- Jovahn
International Variants
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jovon was first seen in the United States in 1972. Jovon has ranked as high as #1153 nationally, which occurred in 1992, and has been most popular in California, Illinois, New York, Ohio, and Michigan. In the past 5 years the name Jovon has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jovon (2020)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| IL | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1973 | 6 |
| 1974 | 8 |
| 1975 | 16 |
| 1976 | 43 |
| 1977 | 43 |
| 1978 | 54 |
| 1979 | 55 |
| 1980 | 61 |
| 1981 | 80 |
| 1982 | 66 |
| 1983 | 48 |
| 1984 | 58 |
| 1985 | 57 |
| 1986 | 72 |
| 1987 | 67 |
| 1988 | 67 |
| 1989 | 76 |
| 1990 | 75 |
| 1991 | 76 |
| 1992 | 88 |
| 1993 | 80 |
| 1994 | 80 |
| 1995 | 70 |
| 1996 | 65 |
| 1997 | 68 |
| 1998 | 70 |
| 1999 | 64 |
| 2000 | 80 |
| 2001 | 72 |
| 2002 | 53 |
| 2003 | 46 |
| 2004 | 60 |
| 2005 | 53 |
| 2006 | 69 |
| 2007 | 79 |
| 2008 | 62 |
| 2009 | 60 |
| 2010 | 46 |
| 2011 | 58 |
| 2012 | 49 |
| 2013 | 39 |
| 2014 | 32 |
| 2015 | 20 |
| 2016 | 34 |
| 2017 | 35 |
| 2018 | 28 |
| 2019 | 22 |
| 2020 | 24 |
| 2021 | 23 |
| 2022 | 17 |
| 2023 | 21 |
| 2024 | 12 |