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Zayvon

ZAY-von · Of uncertain origin; possibly a modern invented name combining the sound of Zay- with the -von suffix.

2025 rank (boys)
#6,803
Babies named in 2025
12
Peak popularity
2012
2025 frequency
1 in 142,340 boys
Usually for
Boys
Trend
Rising since 2002

Rising since 2002, #6,803 for boys today.

Popularity of Zayvon since 1998

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

71522200020102020Most births 2012Boys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeBoys
1990s5
2000s26
2010s91
2020s77

Meaning & origin

Zayvon is a modern American name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1998. It has never been common: in its peak year of 2012, it ranked 6,803, and in 2025 it remains at that same rank, with about 1 in every 142,340 newborns receiving the name. The name's trajectory has been rising since 2002, though it remains relatively obscure. Its formation follows a pattern seen in other contemporary names, combining the popular initial sound 'Zay-' (as in Zayden) with the suffix '-von' (as in Devon). As a modern coinage, Zayvon has no deep historical roots but fits a stylistic trend in American baby naming. It is most often given to boys.

Zayvon is a modern American coinage, first appearing in U.S. birth records in 1998. It likely follows the pattern of names like Zayden and Jayvon, blending the trendy initial 'Zay-' with the popular suffix '-von' (seen in names like Devon and Javon). The name has no known historical or linguistic roots outside of this contemporary naming style.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Zay

Sibling names for Zayvon

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

Sisters: Zara, Nova, Ava, Maya, Leila

Brothers: Zayden, Jayce, Kai, Miles, Ezra

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Zayvon mean?
The meaning of Zayvon is uncertain; it is a modern invented name with no established meaning.
How popular is the name Zayvon?
Zayvon is relatively rare. In 2025 it ranked 6,803 in the U.S., with about 1 in every 142,340 newborns given the name.
Is Zayvon a boy's name or a girl's name?
Zayvon is primarily used for boys, though it could be unisex.