Declining since 2008, #2,230 for boys today.
Popularity of Jayvon since 1979
Babies named Jayvon per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 5 |
| 1980s | 113 |
| 1990s | 666 |
| 2000s | 1,656 |
| 2010s | 1,071 |
| 2020s | 382 |
Meaning & origin
Jayvon emerged in the late 1970s as part of a wave of inventive American names built from the popular Jay- prefix, a trend that accelerated through the 1980s and 1990s. Though never among the most common choices, the name climbed steadily and hit its highest usage in 2008, when it was given to several hundred boys. Since then, its frequency has declined, and by 2025 it ranked 2,230 nationally, with a frequency of approximately 1 in 27,112 male births. The name's strongest regional association is Florida, where it appears most often among the top states. Jayvon's appeal lies in its modern, rhythmic sound, blending the familiar beginning Jay- with a distinctive ending that sets it apart from more established names.
Jayvon is a modern American coinage, first recorded in the late 1970s. It follows a pattern of names beginning with Jay- (derived from the letter J or the bird name) combined with the fashionable suffix -von (as in Devon or Javon). The name rose in popularity during the 1990s and 2000s, particularly in Florida.
Where Jayvon is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Jay, J
Sibling names for Jayvon
Names that share Jayvon's style, for a brother or sister.
