Jawon Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Jawon is a modern English name that possibly draws inspiration from the biblical name Javan, meaning 'God is gracious'. It has evolved from historical forms like Javan to its current variant, Jawon. The name has gained popularity in recent decades and is often associated with creativity and uniqueness. However, it has no direct biblical references.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jawon"
Pronunciation
/dʒəˈwɒn/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
The name Jawon is likely derived from a combination of modern phonetic influences and possibly inspired by names like 'Javan' from the Hebrew Bible, which has associations with the Greek name Ionia.
Meaning
God is gracious
Language Evolution
Javan, Jawon
Historical Usage
The name Jawon has gained popularity in the late 20th and early 21st centuries, particularly among African American communities.
Variants & Derivatives
Javan, Jawonnie
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Jawon is perceived as a modern and unique name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Jawon Johnson - a contemporary musician, Jawon Smith - a notable athlete
📊 Jawon Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Girl Name Trend
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✨ Jawon Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 62 peak births in 1997
Geographic Spread
Popular across 8 US states, with strongest presence in Illinois
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jawon"
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 "Jawon"
"Jawon" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 9331st of 10718 | 10 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3293rd of 16616 | 269 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3451st of 24088 | 446 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 9635th of 23106 | 80 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 19264th of 19264 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Jawon" 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) |
50.39% 1857th/3685 |
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56.72% 2946th/5194 |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
46.97% 2152nd/4582 |
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44.20% 3232nd/7313 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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Regional Popularity of "Jawon" 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 "Jawon"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jawon" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Jawon" in the United States
The name Jawon is most popular in Illinois, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the MidWest 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, Jawon has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Jawon' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 9331st out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3293rd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3451st out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 9635th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 19264th out of 19264 names. Discover how the name 'Jawon' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.