How Many People Are Named Chavon?

Complete statistics for the name Chavon: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Chavon
Very Rare
Irish and American

Chavon has a very classic feel but is actually quite rare, with only 726 total births in the U.S. and 704 people alive today. It's so uncommon, you'd have to meet 468,833 Americans to find one named Chavon. The name peaked in 1979 with 69 births, making it a throwback choice.

~704
Living in US
1 in 468,833
Americans
1979
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
A variant of Siobhan, meaning God is gracious
🌐
Origin
Irish and American
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 9
Personality Traits
Warm Creative Compassionate Expressive
9
Life Path Number

The number 9 is traditionally linked to compassion, humanitarianism, and a deep concern for the well-being of others. People with this life path number tend to be generous, idealistic, and drawn to serving a greater purpose.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

811
Worldwide Bearers
#287,044
Global Rank
🇺🇸 United States
745
🇿🇦 South Africa
43
🇹🇭 Thailand
4
🇰🇭 Cambodia
3
🇧🇸 Bahamas
2
🇨🇦 Canada
2
🇬🇧 England
2
🇹🇹 Trinidad and Tobago
2
🇦🇷 Argentina
1
🇧🇷 Brazil
1

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
53 (8%)
♀ Female
651 (92%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 40
52
Would be under 30 (7%)
669
Would be 30–60 (92%)
5
Would be over 60 (1%)

All 726 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 1979

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
84
Classic Feel
37
Modern Appeal
63
International
81

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Chavon Through the Generations

The name Chavon has a rich history, with its peak in 1979 when 69 babies were born with this name. Despite this, the total number of births (726) is significantly lower than the current population of living individuals (704), indicating a steady trend over the years. This suggests that parents who chose Chavon in the past have generally kept the name alive through their children and grandchildren. The age distribution shows a broad spread, with 92% of Chavon bearers aged 30-60, reflecting a generation that has grown up with the name. Interestingly, the rarity of Chavon makes it stand out, especially considering its relatively stable presence in American culture.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

California 49
New York 43
Michigan 28
Illinois 17
Texas 10
Ohio 7
New Jersey 5

✨ Similar Names to Chavon

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Chavon's Irish and American roots

📄 About the Name Chavon

How Many People Have the Name Chavon?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 704 people in the United States currently share the name Chavon. That works out to roughly 1 in every 468,833 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Chavon a Common or Rare Name?

Chavon is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Chavon Mean?

Chavon means "A variant of Siobhan, meaning God is gracious" and comes from Irish and American origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 9.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Chavon in SSA data, approximately 8% are male and 92% are female.

When Was Chavon Most Popular?

The name Chavon reached peak popularity in 1979, with 69 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Chavon?

Approximately 704 people named Chavon live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 726. That works out to roughly 1 in 468,833 Americans.

Is Chavon a rare name?

Chavon is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 468,833 Americans has this name.

What does the name Chavon mean?

Chavon means "A variant of Siobhan, meaning God is gracious" and comes from Irish and American origins.

Is Chavon more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 8% of people named Chavon are male and 92% are female.

When was Chavon most popular?

Chavon peaked in 1979 with 69 births that year. Current trend: Stable.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US704
All-Time Births726
1 in X1 in 468,833
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age40
Peak Year1979
World Rank#287,044
Male %8%
Female %92%

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All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.