Jayven Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Jayven is a modern English name likely derived from a combination of 'Jay' and the suffix '-ven'. It means to be joyful or to rejoice. The name has evolved from earlier forms like 'Javen' and 'Jay'. It gained popularity in the late 20th century in the United States and is viewed as trendy and contemporary. There is no biblical relevance associated with the name.
The name Jayven is most popular in Hawaii, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha 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. From 2020-2022, Jayven has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, falling 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, 'Jayven' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 10292nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1935th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1832nd out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Jayven' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jayven"
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒeɪvən/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
The name Jayven is a modern invention, likely derived from the name 'Javen' or a combination of 'Jay' and the suffix '-ven'. 'Jay' can refer to a bird or be used as a short form of names like Jason, while '-ven' may be influenced by other names ending in -ven.
Meaning
To be joyful, to rejoice.
Language Evolution
Javen, Jay
Historical Usage
Jayven emerged as a popular name in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States, as part of a trend for unique and modern names.
Variants & Derivatives
Javen, Jay
Modern Popularity & Image
Jayven is often perceived as a contemporary and trendy name, appealing to parents looking for unique options for their children.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jayven"
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 "Jayven"
"Jayven" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 10292nd of 16616 | 30 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1935th of 24088 | 1,037 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1832nd of 23106 | 1,019 |
Regional Popularity of "Jayven" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
47.40% 2172nd/4582 |
47.87% 2472nd/5164 |
25.23% 1845th/7313 |
28.49% 2126th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
69.30% 2761st/3984 |
48.30% 2167th/4487 |
23.47% 1601st/6822 |
30.43% 1910th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Jayven" 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 "Jayven"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jayven" 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.