"God is gracious"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
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Meaning & Origin
"Welsh form of John"
Origin: Welsh
Language: Welsh
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The Story of Jevon
Jevon is an anglicized form of Iefan, the Welsh version of John, which itself traces back to the Hebrew Yohanan meaning God is gracious. The J-spelling variant emerged in English-speaking countries in the 20th century as an alternative to the more common Devon and Evan. It maintains the Welsh softness while projecting a distinctly American character.
Jevon peaked in popularity in the United States in the 1980s and 1990s, particularly in African American communities where it was embraced for its strong, rhythmic sound. Its use has gradually declined as newer invented names have taken its place.
The name reflects the tradition in Wales of transforming biblical names into distinctly Celtic forms. In African American naming culture, Jevon represents the broader pattern of taking traditional names and giving them fresh phonetic energy.
Historical Record
Jevon first appeared in US Social Security records in 1963.
Over 4,949 babies have been named Jevon in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Jevon is past its peak , currently ranked #3,406 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Jevon is part of a family of John-derived names that spans dozens of languages and cultures
- The Welsh Iefan also gave us the name Ivan through a different linguistic route
Jevon in Other Languages
Irish
Sean
Welsh
Iefan
French
Jean
Spanish
Juan
Popularity Over Time
#3,406
Current Rank
Peaked 2000
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
- #3,406
- Total SSA Count
- 34
- Cultural Origins
- Welsh American English
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Common Nicknames
Jev
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Frequently Asked Questions About Jevon
What does the name Jevon mean?
"God is gracious" (from Hebrew). "Welsh form of John" (from Welsh). Jevon is an anglicized form of Iefan, the Welsh version of John, which itself traces back to the Hebrew Yohanan meaning God is gracious. The J-spelling variant emerged in English-speaking countries in the 20th century as an alternative to the more common Devon and Evan. It maintains the Welsh softness while projecting a distinctly American character.
What is the origin of the name Jevon?
Jevon has Hebrew, Welsh, American, and English origins. In Hebrew, it means "God is gracious". In Welsh, it means "Welsh form of John".
Is Jevon a boy or girl name?
Jevon is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #3406. As a girl name, it is ranked #22229. Jevon is more commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Jevon?
Jevon is currently ranked #3406 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Jevon?
Common nicknames for Jevon include Jev.
What are good middle names for Jevon?
Popular middle name pairings include Jevon Michael, Jevon James, Jevon Lee, Jevon Ray, Jevon Thomas, and Jevon Allen.
What are good sibling names for Jevon?
Names that pair well with Jevon as siblings include Devon, Evan, Darian, Marcus, Sierra, and Tiara.
How many syllables does Jevon have?
Jevon has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Jevon a common or rare name?
Jevon is an uncommon name, ranked #3406 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Jevon
Jevon is a boy name with Welsh, American, and English origins . The name means "God is gracious" in Hebrew .
Is Jevon a boy or girl name? Jevon is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #3,406 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #22,229. Jevon is more commonly used as a boy name.
Jevon is currently ranked #3,406 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Jevon has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Jevon include Jev. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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