Jovan
Jovan: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Jovan
- A transliteration of the Macedonian male given name Јован (Jovan), equivalent to John
How popular is Jovan?
Since 1880, 1,079 girls and 9,984 boys in the U.S. have been named Jovan (10% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1375 in 1981. Its highest rank for boys was #554 in 1979. In 2025, 93 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Jovan FAQ
What does the name Jovan mean?
A transliteration of the Macedonian male given name Јован (Jovan), equivalent to John
How popular is the name Jovan?
Since 1880, 1,079 girls and 9,984 boys in the U.S. have been named Jovan (10% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1375 in 1981. Its highest rank for boys was #554 in 1979. In 2025, 93 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Jovan a boy or girl name?
Jovan is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 1,079 girls and 9,984 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.