Zavon

“a God-given gift”

Slavic countries origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#10793US 2023

7Births / yr

↑Rising

210All-time births

📅 Since 199300

What does Zavon mean and where does it come from?

Zavon is a name with roots in Slavic languages as well as Armenian culture. In Slavic origin, it signifies a 'God-given gift', symbolizing someone blessed with great gifts. The Armenian interpretation ties to the idea of 'the one who comes after', providing a sense of continuity and lineage. This na

Cultural significance

Zavon has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Slavic countries-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a god-given gift.

Peak popularity

Reached #5616 in 1997 — currently #10793 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Zavon?

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

Zavon Grace

How popular is Zavon right now?

Rising — up 42 spots — currently #10793 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1995–2023#10793 · Top 8.0%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#10793	7	▲ up 42
2022	#10835	7	▼ down 2688 · -30% births
2021	#8147	10	▲ up 4531 · +100% births
2020	#12678	5	▲ up 159
2015	#12837	5	▼ down 4946 · -50% births
2010	#7891	10	▲ up 1806 · +43% births
2005	#9697	7	▼ down 2415 · -22% births
2000	#7282	9	▼ down 1386 · -10% births
1995	#5896	10	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Zavon

Best Year1995Rank #5896

Peak Count10

Average Rank#9562

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1995 - 20239 years

The story of Zavon

Zavon is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1993. With 210 total births recorded, Zavon remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #5896 in 1995, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #10793 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Zavon in 1997:

Michael Jacob Matthew Christopher Joshua

Zavon by decade

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

Decade	Births
1990s	52
2000s ★	84
2010s	69
2020s	5

💎Zavon has only 210 total recorded births since 1993 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Zavon?

Common

ZavZavieZavy

What names sound and feel like Zavon?

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

Zavyon

American · of unknown origin,

Zayvon

American · Modern variant; possibly

Zaxon

USA · A beloved name

Gavon

English · a young hawk

Cavon

Irish · A little hollow.

Zamon

American · the one who

Zalon

American · To be a

Zayon

American · God's gift

Common questions about the name Zavon

What does the name Zavon mean?

Zavon means "a God-given gift" — a name rooted in Slavic countries 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 Zavon?

Zavon is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Zavon have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Zavon?

Zavon originates from Slavic countries tradition. Slavic countries names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Zavon trending right now?

Zavon is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Zavon a common or rare name?

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