What does Clevon mean and where does it come from?
Clevon is a modern name that likely originated as a variant of Cleveland in the United States. It is predominantly used in African American communities and became more popular in the latter half of the 20th century. Notable individuals include Clevon Johnson, a prominent athlete.
Cultural significance
Clevon has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a variant of cleveland, meaning 'river beside a cliff'.
Peak popularity
Reached #2702 in 1975 — currently #10858 in the US.
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Browse names →What middle names flow best with Clevon?
Clevon works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Clevon Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Clevon Rose
Floral · soft ending
Clevon Mae
Sweet · timeless
Clevon Claire
French influence · crisp
Clevon Jane
Literary · strong
Clevon Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is Clevon right now?
Falling — down 3734 spots — currently #10858 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
| Year | US Rank | Births | vs Prior Year |
|---|
| 2020 | #10684 | 6 | ▼ down 3734 · -33% births |
| 2000 | #6950 | 9 | ▼ down 1346 · -10% births |
| 1995 | #5604 | 10 | ▲ up 988 · +43% births |
| 1990 | #6592 | 7 | ▲ up 233 · +40% births |
| 1985 | #6825 | 5 | ▼ down 1064 · -17% births |
| 1980 | #5761 | 6 | ▼ down 3059 · -60% births |
| 1975 | #2702 | 15 | ▲ up 2358 · +200% births |
| 1970 | #5060 | 5 | ▼ down 1626 · -17% births |
| 1940 | #3434 | 6 | ▲ up 1031 · +20% births |
| 1930 | #4465 | 5 | — |
The story of Clevon
Clevon entered American naming records in 1926 and has been in use for over 98 years. With 302 total births recorded, Clevon remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #4465 in 1930, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #10684 in 2020.
Names that peaked alongside Clevon in 1975:
Clevon by decade
Clevon peaked in the 1970s. See all 1970s names →
| Decade | Births | |
|---|
| 1920s | 7 | |
| 1930s | 12 | |
| 1940s | 6 | |
| 1950s | 12 | |
| 1960s | 15 | |
| 1970s ★ | 78 | |
| 1980s | 41 | |
| 1990s | 76 | |
| 2000s | 44 | |
| 2010s | 5 | |
| 2020s | 6 | |
💎Clevon has only 302 total recorded births since 1926 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.
What are good nicknames for Clevon?
Common
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What names sound and feel like Clevon?
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Common questions about the name Clevon
What does the name Clevon mean?
Clevon means "A variant of Cleveland, meaning 'river beside a cliff'" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Clevon?
Clevon is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Clevon?
Clevon originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
Is Clevon a common or rare name?
Clevon is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.
What are good nicknames for Clevon?
Clevon naturally lends itself to affectionate nicknames. Shortened versions based on the first syllable are most popular, and many parents also create unique pet names that feel personal to their family.