"beloved (David) + valley (Devon)"
Origin: American English
Language: English
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Meaning & Origin
"deer people (from Devon)"
Origin: Celtic
Language: English
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The Story of Davon
Davon is an American name combining elements of David (from Hebrew 'dawid' meaning beloved) and Devon (an English place name from the British tribe Dumnonii or from the Old English for deep valley). It emerged in African American naming culture in the 1970s and 80s as parents creatively combined familiar name elements to create new, distinctive names for their children.
Davon peaked in the 1990s as part of a broader wave of creative African American name constructions. Like many names of this era — Devante, Davion, DeShawn — it has declined since the 2000s as naming tastes in all communities shifted toward either classic names or globally influenced choices.
Davon reflects the rich tradition of African American naming creativity — parents constructing names that are phonetically pleasing and distinctive, asserting cultural identity through nomenclature. Scholars of African American naming patterns note this tradition's connection to West African naming practices where names have personal meaning.
Historical Record
Davon first appeared in US Social Security records in 1961.
Over 13,318 babies have been named Davon in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Davon is past its peak , currently ranked #1,567 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- The name Davon has been used by several NFL players, keeping it visible in sports culture
- Names ending in '-on' and '-ion' dominated American baby name lists in the 1990s, reflecting a broader phonetic trend
Davon in Other Languages
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Popularity Over Time
#1,567
Current Rank
Peaked 1994
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #1,567
- Total SSA Count
- 111
- Cultural Origins
- African American American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Von
Dave
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Classic pairing, smooth 2-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, American heritage match, extended 2-3 combo
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, American heritage match, extended 2-3 combo
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Timeless choice, American heritage match, extended 2-3 combo
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Frequently Asked Questions About Davon
What does the name Davon mean?
"beloved (David) + valley (Devon)" (from American English). "deer people (from Devon)" (from Celtic). Davon is an American name combining elements of David (from Hebrew 'dawid' meaning beloved) and Devon (an English place name from the British tribe Dumnonii or from the Old English for deep valley). It emerged in African American naming culture in the 1970s and 80s as parents creatively combined familiar name elements to create new, distinctive names for their children.
What is the origin of the name Davon?
Davon has American English, Celtic, African American, and American origins. In American English, it means "beloved (David) + valley (Devon)". In Celtic, it means "deer people (from Devon)".
Is Davon a boy or girl name?
Davon is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #1567. As a girl name, it is ranked #22800. Davon is more commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Davon?
Davon is currently ranked #1567 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Davon?
Common nicknames for Davon include Von and Dave.
What are good middle names for Davon?
Popular middle name pairings include Davon James, Davon Michael, Davon Andre, Davon Lamar, Davon Rashad, and Davon Elijah.
What are good sibling names for Davon?
Names that pair well with Davon as siblings include Tyrese, Malik, Aaliyah, Destiny, Devonta, Shayla, and Marcus.
How many syllables does Davon have?
Davon has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Davon a common or rare name?
Davon is an uncommon name, ranked #1567 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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Are there other spellings for Davon?
Related spellings include Davonte.
About the Name Davon
Davon is a boy name with African American and American origins . The name means "beloved (David) + valley (Devon)" in American English .
Is Davon a boy or girl name? Davon is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #1,567 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #22,800. Davon is more commonly used as a boy name.
Davon is currently ranked #1,567 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Davon has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Davon include Von and Dave. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Davon include Davonte . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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