Rising since 1989, #1,196 for boys today.
Popularity of Zavian since 1984
Babies named Zavian per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 6 |
| 1990s | 100 |
| 2000s | 472 |
| 2010s | 880 |
| 2020s | 845 |
Meaning & origin
Zavian is a modern American name that emerged in 1984, reflecting the late 20th-century trend of creating distinctive names by blending popular phonetic elements. It has been on a steady upward trajectory since 1989, reaching its peak rank of 1196 in 2020, with about 1 in 10,107 boys receiving the name annually. The name is most common in states like New York, Maryland, and Arizona. Zavian's contemporary feel and strong 'Z' sound make it an appealing choice for parents seeking a name that is both familiar and unique.
Zavian first appears in U.S. records in 1984, coinciding with a trend of inventive names built from popular sounds and suffixes. It may blend the 'Z' initial of names like Zachary or Zane with the -ian ending seen in names such as Adrian or Julian. There is no historical or linguistic root; it is a modern American coinage.
Where Zavian is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Zav, Z
Sibling names for Zavian
Names that share Zavian's style, for a brother or sister.
