Jovan
boy name#1743 in 2025Jovan entered the US charts in 1966, peaked at #554 in 1979, ranks #1743 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1966–2025
#1743
rank today
#554
peak (1979)
93
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1960s | #3537 |
| 1970s | #2128 |
| 1980s | #606 |
| 1990s | #669 |
| 2000s | #804 |
| 2010s | #1233 |
| 2020s | #1614 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Jovan has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 9,700 people named Jovan are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Jovan alive today was born around 1998, making them about 27 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Jovan in 2025?
- Jovan ranks #1743 among US boy names in 2025, with 93 babies given the name.
- When was the name Jovan most popular?
- Jovan peaked in 1979, reaching #554 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Jovan with classmates?
- Jovan will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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