UK girl's name
Chevonne
A French feminine name that possibly derives from the Old French word "chevanne" meaning "nanny goat".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2016. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Chevonne is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Chevonne popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2016 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5785, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 1997, with 7 births.
This profile covers 35 England and Wales registrations across 8 recorded years from 1996 to 2016. The figures come from ONS England and Wales and NRS Scotland, 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.
The latest count is about 43% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 81 living people in the UK are called Chevonne. 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 2017 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Chevonne ranked #5785 for girls in England and Wales in 2016, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 1997, when 7 girls were registered as Chevonne.
- • Chevonne ranks best in Scotland in the latest published regional snapshot for that area, where it placed #629 in 2000.
- • About 81 living people in the UK are estimated to have Chevonne as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5785
2016
Births in 2016
3
Latest year
Peak year
1997
7 births
Estimated living
81
2026
Meaning
What does Chevonne mean?
The name Chevonne is believed to have originated from the French language, with its roots dating back to the Middle Ages. It is a feminine form derived from the Old French word "chevance," which means "wealth" or "possessions."
During the medieval period, the name was commonly found in regions of France, particularly in the northern and central areas. It was often associated with noble families and the upper classes, as the notion of wealth and prosperity was highly valued at the time.
While there are no definitive records of the name appearing in ancient texts or religious scriptures, some historians suggest that variations of the name, such as "Chevaune" or "Chevaunne," may have been used in certain regions of Europe during the Middle Ages.
One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Chevonne can be traced back to the 15th century, when a noblewoman named Chevonne de Montfort was mentioned in historical documents from the region of Normandy, France. She was known for her charitable works and contributions to local communities.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Chevonne:
1. Chevonne d'Anjou (1412-1478): A French noblewoman and patron of the arts, known for her support of Renaissance artists and poets. 2. Chevonne de Villiers (1524-1587): A French military leader and commander during the French Wars of Religion. 3. Chevonne LeBlanc (1670-1742): A French-Canadian explorer and fur trader who played a significant role in the early exploration and settlement of parts of North America. 4. Chevonne Dupont (1789-1865): A French writer and feminist activist, known for her advocacy for women's rights and education during the 19th century. 5. Chevonne Marchand (1892-1971): A renowned French prima ballerina and choreographer, celebrated for her performances and contributions to the world of dance.
While the name Chevonne has its roots in French history and culture, it has gained popularity in various parts of the world over time, with different spellings and variations emerging in various regions and cultures.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Chevonne over time
The chart below shows babies named Chevonne registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1996 to 2016. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Chevonne, the clearest high point is 1997. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2016, compared with 7 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Chevonne by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Chevonne 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | #5764 | 6 | 2 |
| 2000s | #3935 | 11 | 3 |
| 1990s | #2489 | 18 | 3 |
Geography
Where Chevonne is most common
The bars show the latest published local birth counts for Chevonne. They are useful for spotting where the name is showing up in real numbers, while the rank beside each bar shows how strongly it performs inside that region.
Chevonne ranks best in Scotland in the latest published regional snapshot for that area, where it placed #629 in 2000.
Across the UK
Chevonne in Scotland and Northern Ireland
Scotland (NRS)
#629 in 2000
12 years of NRS records, 47 total registered
Related
Names similar to Chevonne
- Chloe 111,265
- Charlotte 88,733
- 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
Chevonne: questions and answers
How popular is the name Chevonne in the UK right now?
In 2016, Chevonne was ranked #5785 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Chevonne most popular?
The peak year on record was 1997, with 7 babies registered as Chevonne in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Chevonne?
A French feminine name that possibly derives from the Old French word "chevanne" meaning "nanny goat".
How many people are called Chevonne in the UK?
A total of 35 babies have been registered as Chevonne across the 8 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here, plus 47 more in Scotland.
Where is Chevonne most common?
In the latest published local rankings, Chevonne ranks best in Scotland, where it placed #629 in 2000. The regional bars on this page use birth counts, so they also reflect the size of each region.
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.