Jalon is of Hebrew origin, meaning "ascending" or "going up". It's a unisex name, often used for boys but also occasionally given to girls. Jalon gained popularity in the United States during the late 20th century, reaching its peak in the mid-1990s before tapering off slightly in recent years. It's pronounced /ˈdʒɑːlən/ in English. The name has no significant variations or nicknames, but it can be spelled differently as Jaelon or Jalyn.
The name Jalon has seen variable popularity over the years with peaks in certain decades and a noticeable drop-off in recent years.