Jontavious

“God is gracious”

American origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#13113US 2023

5Births / yr

↓Falling

431All-time births

📅 Since 198700

What does Jontavious mean and where does it come from?

Jontavious is an American name widely used among African-American communities. It likely derives from a blend of the names John and Tavious, combining the traditional English name John, meaning 'God is gracious', with a modern suffix. While the name does not have a deep historical background, it ref

Cultural significance

Jontavious has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of god is gracious.

Peak popularity

Reached #3580 in 1998 — currently #13113 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Jontavious?

Jontavious works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Jontavious Grace

How popular is Jontavious right now?

Falling — down 1728 spots — currently #13113 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1990–2023#13113 · Top 9.7%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#13113	5	▼ down 1728 · -17% births
2021	#11385	6	▼ down 3133 · -33% births
2020	#8252	9	▼ down 3946 · -61% births
2010	#4306	23	▲ up 446 · +28% births
2005	#4752	18	▼ down 721 · -10% births
2000	#4031	20	▲ up 221 · +33% births
1995	#4252	15	▲ up 1091 · +50% births
1990	#5343	10	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Jontavious

Best Year2000Rank #4031

Peak Count23

Average Rank#6929

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1990 - 20238 years

The story of Jontavious

Jontavious is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1987. With 431 total births recorded, Jontavious remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #5343 in 1990, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #13113 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Jontavious in 1998:

Michael Jacob Matthew Joshua Christopher

Jontavious by decade

Jontavious peaked in the 1990s. See all 1990s names →

Decade	Births
1980s	14
1990s	138
2000s ★	184
2010s	86
2020s	9

💎Jontavious has only 431 total recorded births since 1987 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Jontavious?

Common

JonJoAvious

What names sound and feel like Jontavious?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Jontavious also consider these

Jotavious

American · A beloved name

Rontavious

American · English

Jontavius

American · God is gracious

Montavious

American · English

Vontavious

American · Possibly a modern

Jonquavious

American · Combination of names

Johntavious

USA · Combination of John

Joquavious

American · African American Vernacular

Common questions about the name Jontavious

What does the name Jontavious mean?

Jontavious means "God is gracious" — 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 Jontavious?

Jontavious is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is becoming rarer and more distinctive, making it a unique choice that stands out.

What is the cultural origin of Jontavious?

Jontavious 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.

What sibling names go well with Jontavious?

Jontavious pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar American heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.

Is Jontavious a common or rare name?

Jontavious is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.