Lavon
Below 5 births
2025 SSA
About Lavon
Lavon is a unisex name with French origins, though it's more commonly used for females in some regions. It derives from the Old French word 'la von' meaning 'the good one.' The name gained some popularity in the United States during the mid-20th century but remains relatively uncommon. Lavon has a smooth, sophisticated sound with its soft consonants and simple pronunciation. As a female name, it offers a slightly unconventional choice that carries a subtle elegance without being overly elaborate. The name sometimes appears as a variant of Lavonne or as a shortened form of names containing 'la' elements.
Lavon for boys#2910 US
Lavon has multiple possible origins. It may be derived from the French surname 'La Von' or could be related to the Hebrew name 'Lavan' meaning 'white.' Alternatively, it might be connected to geographical names like Lake Lavon in Texas or Lavon, Utah. The name has been documented in use in the United States since at least the early 20th century, with steady usage across different regions and communities. Lavon has been used for both males and females, though it appears to be predominantly masculine in contemporary usage. The name experienced peak popularity in the mid-20th century but has maintained consistent usage throughout the decades. Its compact, two-syllable structure gives it a strong, straightforward quality that contributes to its enduring appeal.
Pronounced luh-VAH(n).
As of October 2026, Lavon ranked #18368 in US births in 2011 SSA, peaked at #537 in 1934.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank · girls | Births · girls | US rank · boys | Births · boys |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | #2,647 | 46 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | #2,288 | 58 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | #2,577 | 49 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | #2,699 | 46 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | #2,318 | 58 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | #2,539 | 52 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | #2,711 | 46 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | #2,240 | 63 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | #2,207 | 66 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | #2,978 | 42 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | #3,354 | 35 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | #2,910 | 43 |
Lavon on lists
Famous Lavons
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American 1940s female baseball player
- LaVon BrazillBoy
American football player
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Belarusian musician
- Pinhas LavonBoy
Israeli politician known for the Lavon Affair
- Mark Lavon "Levon" HelmBoy
American musician of The Band
Lavon in pop culture
- Lavon HayesBoy
character in the TV series "Hart of Dixie"
- The Lavon AffairBoy
series of failed Israeli terror attacks