Jovon
Meaning of Jovon
Jovon is a distinctly modern masculine name rooted in the Slavic form Jovan (a variant of John), and ultimately tracing back to the Latin Iōvānius or the Roman deity Jove, evoking a sense of divine grace. Pronounced “JOH-vahn” in English (/dʒoʊˈvɑn/), it melds classical resonance with contemporary flair. In the United States, Jovon first appeared in modest numbers during the 1970s, climbed to its peak—with roughly eighty annual occurrences and a rank near 600—through the early 1980s, and now settles into a quiet niche, averaging around a dozen newborns each year. The name’s associations of youthful vitality and subtle sophistication make it a compelling choice for parents seeking a balance of tradition, individuality and understated strength.
Pronunciation
British English
- Pronunced as JOH-vahn (/dʒəʊˈvɒn/)
American English
- Pronunced as JOH-vahn (/dʒoʊˈvɑn/)
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Notable People Named Jovon
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