MallowbyNames

Dayvon

day-VAWN · Possibly a modern invented name, perhaps a variant of Davon or Devin, with no well-attested meaning.

2025 rank (boys)
#2,604
Babies named in 2025
50
Peak popularity
2021
2025 frequency
1 in 34,162 boys
Usually for
Boys
Trend
Declining since 2022

Declining since 2022, #2,604 for boys today.

Popularity of Dayvon since 1982

Babies named Dayvon per year in U.S. Social Security records.

2754811990200020102020Most births 2021Boys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeBoys
1980s118
1990s485
2000s554
2010s292
2020s314

Meaning & origin

Dayvon is a modern American name that first entered U.S. birth records in 1982. Its origins are unclear, but it likely emerged as a creative respelling of Davon or Devin, part of the trend toward distinctive spellings that gained momentum in the late 20th century. The name reached its peak popularity in 2021, when it recorded its highest number of births. Since 2022, however, its usage has been falling. In 2025, Dayvon ranked 2,604, with approximately 1 in 34,162 newborn boys receiving the name. The name has seen some regional concentration, with top states including Ohio and New York. Dayvon remains a rare choice, appealing to parents seeking a modern, personalized sound.

Dayvon first appeared in U.S. records in 1982, likely a modern coinage blending elements of names like Davon or Devin with a fashionable spelling. It may also be influenced by the surname Day. The name remains rare but saw a brief peak in 2021.

Where Dayvon is most popular

Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.

Dayvon” around the world

Where Dayvon lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.

  • France

    10

    babies in 2024

Sources: INSEE (France).

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Day

Variants: Davon, Dayvion, Dayven

Sibling names for Dayvon

Names that share Dayvon's style, for a brother or sister.

Sisters: Mya, Jayla, Nia, Sanaa, Tiana

Brothers: Jayvon, DaVonte, Kyson, Trevon, Malik

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Dayvon mean?
Dayvon is a modern invented name of uncertain meaning, possibly a respelling of Davon or Devin.
How popular is Dayvon right now?
As of 2025, Dayvon ranked 2,604 in the U.S., with about 1 in 34,162 boys given the name that year.
Is Dayvon a boy or girl name?
Dayvon is almost exclusively used for boys.