At a glance
- U.S. rank 2025
- Not in the 2025 data · last seen 2022 (#10,863)
- Babies in 2022
- 6 (<0.01% of boys)
- Peak
- #6,634 in 2005
- First recorded
- 2000
Meaning of Jayvan
Jayvan, pronounced JAY-vuhn, is a warm-hearted, modern American name that blends the playful spirit of Jay—the curious jaybird known for its cheerful chatter—with the timeless strength of Evan, a classic Welsh name meaning “young warrior.” Together, they create a moniker that feels like a fresh breeze leading a little adventurer toward new horizons. Though Jayvan still soars under the radar—hovering around the 900th spot on U.S. baby name charts—its gentle rarity is part of the charm, offering just the right touch of stand-out flair without the crowded playground of more common names. Bestowing this name is like handing your son a tiny compass of courage and joy, an invitation to write his own brave, bright story.
How to pronounce Jayvan
English
- Pronounced JAY-vuhn /dʒeɪˈvʃn/
Popularity of Jayvan in the U.S.
Jayvan was last recorded in the U.S. in 2022, ranked #10,863 with 6 babies. It peaked at #6,634 in 2005. It first appears in the records in 2000.
- Rank among U.S. boy names (right scale, #1 at the top)
Year-by-year table, 2000–2022 17 rows
| Year | Babies | Rank | vs previous year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 6 | 10,863 | ▲ 1,283 |
| 2021 | 5 | 12,146 | ▼ 3,407 |
| 2020 | 8 | 8,739 | ▼ 1,096 |
| 2019 | 10 | 7,643 | back (not recorded in 2017–2018) |
| 2016 | 5 | 12,185 | ▼ 4,694 |
| 2015 | 10 | 7,491 | back (not recorded in 2014) |
| 2013 | 8 | 8,789 | ▼ 1,230 |
| 2012 | 10 | 7,559 | ▲ 2,041 |
| 2011 | 7 | 9,600 | ▲ 93 |
| 2010 | 7 | 9,693 | ▲ 171 |
| 2009 | 7 | 9,864 | ▼ 3,101 |
| 2008 | 12 | 6,763 | ▲ 1,410 |
| 2007 | 9 | 8,173 | back (not recorded in 2006) |
| 2005 | 11 | 6,634 | ▲ 2,293 |
| 2004 | 7 | 8,927 | back (not recorded in 2003) |
| 2002 | 8 | 7,643 | back (not recorded in 2001) |
| 2000 | 5 | 10,349 | new |