Jalon Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Jalon is of Hebrew origin, meaning 'to rest' or 'to be at peace'. It evolved from the Hebrew word 'yalon' and has transformed into its modern form in English. The name is associated with traits of calmness and creativity, and it does not have a specific biblical relevance. Jalon became popular in recent decades as a unique name choice.
The name Jalon is most popular in Mississippi, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Jalon has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Jalon' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5385th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2195th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1433rd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4129th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 18004th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 19733rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 18230th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Jalon' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jalon"
Pronunciation
/dʒəˈlɒn/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Jalon is derived from the Hebrew word 'yalon' which means 'to rest' or 'to be at peace'. It may also be linked to the Hebrew root 'jal', meaning 'to be calm'.
Meaning
to rest, to be at peace
Language Evolution
Yalon (Hebrew), Jalon (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Jalon gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States, as families sought unique and modern names.
Variants & Derivatives
Jalon, Jalonne
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Jalon is viewed as a modern and unique name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Jalon Hodge (American basketball player), Jalon Smith (American football player)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jalon"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Jalon"
"Jalon" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 5385th of 10718 | 56 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2195th of 16616 | 483 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1433rd of 24088 | 1,607 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 4129th of 23106 | 301 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 18004th of 19264 | 6 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 19733rd of 27321 | 18 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 18230th of 35406 | 50 |
Regional Popularity of "Jalon" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
42.25% 1557th/3685 |
63.49% 2841st/4475 |
29.32% 1523rd/5194 |
51.43% 3249th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
32.96% 1510th/4582 |
40.86% 2110th/5164 |
14.36% 1050th/7313 |
35.40% 2642nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
79.99% 3187th/3984 |
- |
58.47% 3989th/6822 |
69.60% 4368th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Jalon" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Jalon"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jalon" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.