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Levon

OriginArmenian, variation of Leon
Meaning"lion"

About Levon

Levon, an unusual alternative to Levi. has two musical associations: it's the title of an Elton John song, inspired by late, great drummer for The Band, Levon Helm--whose birth name was Mark. Uma Thurman and Ethan Hawke chose Levon for their son.

Pronounced luh-VON.

As of October 2026, Levon ranked #1648 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #881 in 1953.

Editor: Pamela Redmond

Sources: US popularity data is from the Social Security Administration. Meanings and origins are from Nameberry's name references.

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