How popular is the name Yon in 2025?

Yon is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Yon most popular?

Yon peaked in 1971, reaching #2973 among US boy names.

Yon will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Yon entered the US charts in 1960, peaked at #2973 in 1971, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#2973

peak (1971)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

Fewer than a hundred people named Yon are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.

The typical Yon alive today was born around 1971, making them about 54 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Yon in 2025?: Yon is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Yon most popular?: Yon peaked in 1971, reaching #2973 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Yon with classmates?: Yon will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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