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UK boy's name

Jaevon

A masculine name of English origin meaning "God is gracious".

For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2004. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.

Jaevon is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Jaevon popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2004 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3651, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2004, with 3 births.

This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2004 to 2004. 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.

Jaevon is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.

We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Jaevon. 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 2005 or 2026.

Key insights

  • Jaevon ranked #3651 for boys in England and Wales in 2004, with 3 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2004, when 3 boys were registered as Jaevon.
  • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Jaevon as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#3651

2004

Births in 2004

3

Latest year

Peak year

2004

3 births

Estimated living

3

2026

Meaning

What does Jaevon mean?

The given name Jaevon has its roots in the ancient Celtic language, dating back to the 5th century AD. It is believed to be derived from the Gaelic word "caomh," which means "gentle" or "kind." The name was particularly popular among the Britons and Picts, who inhabited the regions of modern-day Scotland, Ireland, and parts of northern England.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Jaevon can be found in the medieval Welsh manuscript known as the "Black Book of Carmarthen," which dates back to the 13th century. In this text, a warrior named Jaevon ap Rhodri is mentioned as a brave and skilled fighter who fought alongside King Rhodri the Great against the invading Vikings.

During the Renaissance period, a notable figure bearing the name Jaevon was Jaevon MacLeod, a Scottish poet and scholar born in 1549. He is best known for his collection of romantic ballads and his translations of ancient Celtic texts. MacLeod's works played a significant role in preserving and promoting the rich cultural heritage of the Scottish Highlands.

In the 17th century, Jaevon O'Flaherty, an Irish chieftain and military leader, gained prominence for his resistance against English oppression. Born in 1628, O'Flaherty led a series of rebellions and guerilla campaigns to defend his clan's lands and rights, earning him a reputation as a fearless and charismatic leader.

Another notable figure with the name Jaevon was Jaevon Macpherson, a Scottish scholar and poet born in 1738. Macpherson is best known for his controversial work, the "Poems of Ossian," which he claimed to have translated from ancient Gaelic manuscripts. While the authenticity of these poems was widely debated, they had a significant impact on the Romantic movement and influenced writers such as Goethe and Wordsworth.

In more recent history, Jaevon Duval, a French-Canadian artist and sculptor born in 1892, gained recognition for his intricate wood carvings and sculptures depicting scenes from the lives of the indigenous peoples of Canada. Duval's works are celebrated for their attention to detail and their ability to capture the essence of the cultures he represented.

Throughout the centuries, the name Jaevon has maintained a strong connection to its Celtic roots, symbolizing gentleness, kindness, and a deep appreciation for cultural heritage. While its popularity has ebbed and flowed over time, the name continues to be a cherished choice for parents seeking to honor their ancestral ties.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Decades

Jaevon by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Jaevon 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
2000s #3651 3 1

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FAQ

Jaevon: questions and answers

How popular is the name Jaevon in the UK right now?

In 2004, Jaevon was ranked #3651 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.

When was Jaevon most popular?

The peak year on record was 2004, with 3 babies registered as Jaevon in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Jaevon?

A masculine name of English origin meaning "God is gracious".

How many people are called Jaevon in the UK?

A total of 3 babies have been registered as Jaevon 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.