MallowbyNames

Jetaun

jeh-TAWN · Of uncertain origin; possibly a variant of Jeton or a modern invented name.

Peak popularity
1972
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Jetaun since 1958

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

613191960198020002020Most births 1972Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1950s5
1960s28
1970s74
1980s31
1990s10
2000s0
2010s0
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Jetaun is a rare modern name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1958. It reached its peak usage in 1972, but has never ranked in the national top 1000. As of 2025, the name remains stable in its rarity, with fewer than five annual births. Its origin is uncertain, likely a modern invention or a creative respelling of a name like Jeton. The name has no strong association with any particular state or region. Jetaun exemplifies the trend of distinctive, low-frequency names that emerged in the mid-20th century, appealing to parents seeking uniqueness without straying far from familiar sounds.

Jetaun first appeared in U.S. records in the late 1950s, reaching its peak usage in 1972. It is likely a modern invented name, possibly influenced by the French word 'jeton' (token) or created as a feminine variant of names like Jett or Jeaton. No clear derivation from established naming traditions has been documented.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Jet, Taunie

Variants: Jeton, Jetawn

Sibling names for Jetaun

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

Sisters: Jada, Tiana, Leona, Nya, Keisha

Brothers: Jalen, Devon, Troy, Kyle, Andre

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Jetaun mean?
The meaning of Jetaun is uncertain. It may be a modern invented name or a variant of Jeton, but no traditional meaning has been established.
How popular is the name Jetaun?
Jetaun has never ranked in the U.S. top 1000. Its peak usage year was 1972, and it remains a rare name with fewer than five births per year in recent decades.
Is Jetaun a boy or girl name?
Jetaun is typically used as a girl's name, though its rarity means it could be considered unisex.