"wine and grain"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: English
Javon
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The Story of Javon
Javon is an Americanized variant of Javan, a biblical name found in Genesis 10:2. In Hebrew, Javan (יָוָן, Yavan) was the fourth son of Japheth and grandson of Noah, and his name became the Hebrew word for Greece (still used today — the Hebrew and Arabic word for Greece is Yavan/Yunan). Javan is thought to refer to the Ionian Greeks. The name was transformed into the distinctly American Javon in African American naming culture in the late 20th century, where it has been popular as a fresh, strong-sounding masculine name.
Javon peaked in popularity in African American communities in the 1990s and early 2000s, part of a broader trend of names with the Ja- prefix (Jamal, Jaquan, Jalen). It has been declining gradually since the mid-2000s as naming trends shifted.
Javon reflects the creative tradition within African American naming culture of transforming biblical and historical names into new, distinctively American forms. The Ja- prefix became a productive name element in the late 20th century, generating a family of related names.
Historical Record
Javon first appeared in US Social Security records in 1960.
Over 17,474 babies have been named Javon in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Javon is past its peak , currently ranked #1,205 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- The Hebrew word for Greece (Yavan/Yawan) derives from this same biblical name Javan
- In Hebrew scripture, Javan's descendants were understood to be the Greek and Ionian peoples
Javon in Other Languages
Arabic
يونان (Yunan)
French
Javon
Hebrew
יָוָן (Yavan)
Spanish
Javón
Popularity Over Time
#1,205
Current Rank
Peaked 2001
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Javon
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Javon Walton
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2006
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Javon Kinlaw
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1999
American NFL defensive tackle who played for the San Francisco 49ers
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #1,205
- Total SSA Count
- 168
- Cultural Origins
- American African American Hebrew
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Casual
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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Common Nicknames
Jay
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Frequently Asked Questions About Javon
What does the name Javon mean?
"wine and grain" (from Hebrew). Javon is an Americanized variant of Javan, a biblical name found in Genesis 10:2. In Hebrew, Javan (יָוָן, Yavan) was the fourth son of Japheth and grandson of Noah, and his name became the Hebrew word for Greece (still used today — the Hebrew and Arabic word for Greece is Yavan/Yunan). Javan is thought to refer to the Ionian Greeks. The name was transformed into the distinctly American Javon in African American naming culture in the late 20th century, where it has been popular as a fresh, strong-sounding masculine name.
What is the origin of the name Javon?
Javon has Hebrew, American, and African American origins. In Hebrew, it means "wine and grain".
Is Javon a boy or girl name?
Javon is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #1205. As a girl name, it is ranked #68004. Javon is more commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Javon?
Javon is currently ranked #1205 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Javon?
Common nicknames for Javon include Jay.
What are good middle names for Javon?
Popular middle name pairings include Javon Marcus, Javon Andre, Javon Darius, Javon James, Javon Emmanuel, and Javon Xavier.
What are good sibling names for Javon?
Names that pair well with Javon as siblings include Darius, Malik, Keon, Amara, Zara, and Simone.
How many syllables does Javon have?
Javon has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Javon a common or rare name?
Javon is an uncommon name, ranked #1205 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Javon
Javon is a boy name with American, African American, and Hebrew origins . The name means "wine and grain" in Hebrew .
Is Javon a boy or girl name? Javon is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #1,205 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #68,004. Javon is more commonly used as a boy name.
Javon is currently ranked #1,205 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Javon has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Javon include Jay. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Javon include Javonte, Javontae . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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