Shavon Unisex
Origin(s)
Pronunciationsha-VAHN / /ʃəˈvɒn/Irish; Hebrew
Meaning
Irish: 'God is gracious'; Hebrew: 'to be gracious'
Historical & Cultural Background
Shavon is a variant of the name Siobhan, which is of Irish origin. The name has gained popularity in various English-speaking countries. It reflects a blend of cultural influences, particularly from Irish and Hebrew traditions. The name is often associated with grace and kindness.
Trend Summary
Shavon has experienced fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable presence in the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Shavonne
- Siobhan
International Variants
- Siobhan (Irish)
- Shavonne (English)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Shavon was first seen in the United States in 1958. Shavon has ranked as high as #777 nationally, which occurred in 1979, and has been most popular in New York, Illinois, California, Pennsylvania, and Virginia. In the past 5 years the name Shavon has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Shavon (2011)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1958 | 5 |
| 1959 | 5 |
| 1961 | 5 |
| 1963 | 9 |
| 1964 | 9 |
| 1965 | 19 |
| 1966 | 12 |
| 1967 | 16 |
| 1968 | 15 |
| 1969 | 21 |
| 1970 | 31 |
| 1971 | 19 |
| 1972 | 26 |
| 1973 | 32 |
| 1974 | 23 |
| 1975 | 31 |
| 1976 | 35 |
| 1977 | 60 |
| 1978 | 230 |
| 1979 | 358 |
| 1980 | 300 |
| 1981 | 246 |
| 1982 | 194 |
| 1983 | 200 |
| 1984 | 152 |
| 1985 | 178 |
| 1986 | 140 |
| 1987 | 137 |
| 1988 | 135 |
| 1989 | 123 |
| 1990 | 110 |
| 1991 | 100 |
| 1992 | 97 |
| 1993 | 113 |
| 1994 | 102 |
| 1995 | 79 |
| 1996 | 50 |
| 1997 | 70 |
| 1998 | 34 |
| 1999 | 50 |
| 2000 | 33 |
| 2001 | 35 |
| 2002 | 25 |
| 2003 | 19 |
| 2004 | 22 |
| 2005 | 22 |
| 2006 | 20 |
| 2007 | 17 |
| 2008 | 18 |
| 2009 | 11 |
| 2010 | 21 |
| 2011 | 25 |
| 2012 | 13 |
| 2013 | 6 |
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2015 | 8 |
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2017 | 8 |
| 2018 | 7 |
| 2019 | 8 |