UK boy's name
Zavion
An invented masculine name derived from the English word vision.
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2011. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Zavion is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Zavion popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2011 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4647, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2009, with 3 births.
This profile covers 6 England and Wales registrations across 2 recorded years from 2009 to 2011. 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.
The latest count is about 100% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 6 living people in the UK are called Zavion. 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 2012 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Zavion ranked #4647 for boys in England and Wales in 2011, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2009, when 3 boys were registered as Zavion.
- • About 6 living people in the UK are estimated to have Zavion as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4647
2011
Births in 2011
3
Latest year
Peak year
2009
3 births
Estimated living
6
2026
Meaning
What does Zavion mean?
The given name Zavion finds its origins in the African-American community, believed to have emerged in the late 20th century. While its precise etymology is uncertain, some linguists suggest it may be a blend of the names Zavier and Avion, or a variation of the name Zavion, which has roots in various African languages.
Zavion does not appear to have any significant historical references or recorded instances in ancient texts, religious scriptures, or historical records. However, the name has gained popularity in recent decades, particularly among African-American families seeking unique and meaningful names for their children.
One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Zavion is Zavion Williams, a professional basketball player born in 1994 in Detroit, Michigan. He played college basketball for the Michigan State Spartans and had a brief stint in the NBA G League.
Another notable figure is Zavion Davenport, a former American football running back born in 1991. He played college football for the University of Southern Mississippi and was briefly signed by the Kansas City Chiefs in the NFL.
In the world of music, Zavion Hill is an American rapper and songwriter born in 1992 in Los Angeles, California. He is known for his collaborations with various artists and his unique blend of hip-hop and R&B genres.
Zavion Neverson, born in 1997, is a professional basketball player from the United States who currently plays in the NBA G League. He was a standout player during his college career at the University of Mississippi.
Zavion Williams, born in 1995, is an American actor and model best known for his roles in television shows like "Black Lightning" and "Bluff City Law." He has also appeared in several films and commercials.
It is worth noting that while the name Zavion has gained some recognition in recent years, particularly within the African-American community, its historical roots and broader cultural significance remain largely unexplored.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Zavion over time
The chart below shows babies named Zavion registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2009 to 2011. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Zavion, the clearest high point is 2009. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2011, compared with 3 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Zavion by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Zavion 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 | #4647 | 3 | 1 |
| 2000s | #4527 | 3 | 1 |
Related
Names similar to Zavion
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- Zack 7,101
- Zakariya 5,447
- Zach 4,754
- Zayn 4,326
- Zachariah 3,234
- Zion 3,141
- Zane 2,818
- Zayd 2,609
FAQ
Zavion: questions and answers
How popular is the name Zavion in the UK right now?
In 2011, Zavion was ranked #4647 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Zavion most popular?
The peak year on record was 2009, with 3 babies registered as Zavion in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Zavion?
An invented masculine name derived from the English word vision.
How many people are called Zavion in the UK?
A total of 6 babies have been registered as Zavion across the 2 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.