Gevon is of Welsh origin, derived from the ancient personal name Gwyn meaning 'fair'. It is often associated with individuals who are fair-haired or have a light complexion. The name has been used in Wales for centuries but gained wider popularity during the 20th century. Gevon tends to be more common among Welsh-speaking communities but can also be found in other parts of Britain and even beyond.
The name Gevon saw its peak popularity with 10 births in the year 2000. After that, it has consistently maintained a low to moderate level of usage each year, with a total of 101 births recorded between 1991 and 2014.