Lavon Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

The name Lavon originates from Hebrew, meaning 'white' or 'pure'. It evolved from the Hebrew term 'Lavan' and has appeared in various forms through history. Lavon is associated with traits of purity and brightness. It does not have a biblical background but gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in Jewish communities. Its modern perception is positive, often viewed as unique.

The name Lavon is most popular in Utah, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation 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, Lavon has been too falling for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Lavon' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1392nd out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 970th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1262nd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1377th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1434th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2073rd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2525th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 717th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 667th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1207th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2167th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4942nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 19950th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Lavon' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Lavon"

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Pronunciation

/ləˈvɒn/

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Origin

Hebrew

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Etymology

The name Lavon is derived from the Hebrew word 'lavon', meaning 'white'. It is often associated with purity and brightness.

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Meaning

white, pure, bright

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Language Evolution

Hebrew: לבן (Lavan), Old French: Lavon, Modern English: Lavon

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Historical Usage

Lavon gained popularity in the mid-20th century, particularly among Jewish communities and in the United States.

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Variants & Derivatives

Lavan, Lavonne, Lavina

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Modern Popularity & Image

Lavon is seen as a unique and modern name, often favored for its cultural significance and positive connotations.

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Famous People

Lavon B. Brown - American politician, Lavon H. H. McGowan - American educator

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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Lavon"

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 "Lavon"

"Lavon" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) Boy 1392nd of 7545 434
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Boy 970th of 6773 811
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Boy 1262nd of 7552 706
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Boy 1377th of 10718 621
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Boy 1434th of 16616 919
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Boy 2073rd of 24088 950
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Boy 2525th of 23106 626
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) Girl 717th of 9107 1,823
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Girl 667th of 9204 2,057
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Girl 1207th of 12526 1,392
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Girl 2167th of 19264 616
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Girl 4942nd of 27321 281
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Girl 19950th of 35406 40

Regional Popularity of "Lavon" by Generation for Male Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
78.53%
1112th/1416
- 68.89%
1630th/2366
81.87%
935th/1142
Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
53.49%
827th/1546
- 44.88%
1056th/2353
73.11%
1131st/1547
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
63.27%
1409th/2227
- 44.51%
1270th/2853
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Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
38.20%
1122nd/2937
42.84%
1492nd/3483
42.95%
1511th/3518
42.61%
1723rd/4044
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
28.22%
1040th/3685
25.90%
1159th/4475
47.05%
2444th/5194
42.98%
2715th/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
28.87%
1323rd/4582
33.13%
1711th/5164
46.37%
3391st/7313
52.71%
3934th/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
38.96%
1552nd/3984
56.54%
2537th/4487
63.97%
4364th/6822
71.13%
4464th/6276

Regional Popularity of "Lavon" by Generation for Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
28.25%
400th/1416
- 56.68%
1341st/2366
35.46%
405th/1142
Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
27.94%
432nd/1546
100.00%
1556th/1556
41.01%
965th/2353
34.52%
534th/1547
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
45.94%
1023rd/2227
90.08%
2189th/2430
62.60%
1786th/2853
42.77%
1187th/2775
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
71.50%
2100th/2937
87.88%
3061st/3483
73.56%
2588th/3518
52.60%
2127th/4044
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
- 100.00%
4475th/4475
- 100.00%
6317th/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
- - - -
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
- - - -

State-by-State Popularity of "Lavon"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Lavon" 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.