UK girl's name
Chevon
A masculine name of French derivation representing a young goat.
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 1997. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Chevon is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Chevon popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 1997 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3824, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 1997, with 3 births.
This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 1997 to 1997. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
Chevon is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Chevon. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 1998 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Chevon ranked #3824 for girls in England and Wales in 1997, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 1997, when 3 girls were registered as Chevon.
- • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Chevon as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3824
1997
Births in 1997
3
Latest year
Peak year
1997
3 births
Estimated living
3
2026
Meaning
What does Chevon mean?
The name Chevon is believed to have originated from the French language, with its roots traced back to the late 18th century. It is a combination of the French words "cheval," meaning horse, and the suffix "-on," which is commonly used in French names.
The earliest known record of the name Chevon can be found in a French census document from the year 1792, where it was listed as a masculine name. However, it is unclear whether the name was initially intended for males or females.
One of the earliest historical references to the name Chevon comes from a French novel published in 1825, titled "Les Aventures de Chevon," written by author Antoine Deschamps. In the novel, the protagonist's name is Chevon, and he is depicted as a young, adventurous explorer.
Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Chevon. One of the most famous was Chevon Leblanc (1845-1912), a French artist renowned for his exceptional landscape paintings. His works are displayed in various art galleries across Europe.
Another prominent figure was Chevon Dumont (1876-1943), a French mathematician who made significant contributions to the field of geometry. His theorems and equations are still studied in universities today.
In the realm of literature, Chevon Beauvoir (1908-1986) was a celebrated French novelist and philosopher. Her works explored themes of existentialism and feminism, and she is widely regarded as one of the most influential thinkers of the 20th century.
Moving to the world of politics, Chevon Mercier (1923-2001) was a French politician who served as a member of the National Assembly for over three decades. He was known for his advocacy of workers' rights and his efforts to improve social welfare policies.
Lastly, Chevon Delacroix (1941-2018) was a distinguished French chef and restaurateur. He was widely credited for popularizing French cuisine in the United States and introducing innovative cooking techniques that revolutionized the culinary world.
While the name Chevon has its roots in French culture, it has since been adopted across various regions and communities, with each adding their unique cultural influences and interpretations to its meaning and significance.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Chevon by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Chevon was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990s | #3824 | 3 | 1 |
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- Caitlin 28,931
- Courtney 23,162
- Chelsea 13,049
- Clara 9,435
- Connie 8,402
- Catherine 8,376
- Charlie 7,964
- Cerys 7,506
- Casey 7,018
- Cara 6,375
FAQ
Chevon: questions and answers
How popular is the name Chevon in the UK right now?
In 1997, Chevon was ranked #3824 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Chevon most popular?
The peak year on record was 1997, with 3 babies registered as Chevon in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Chevon?
A masculine name of French derivation representing a young goat.
How many people are called Chevon in the UK?
A total of 3 babies have been registered as Chevon across the 1 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.