Shavon is a unisex given name of African origin, derived from the Swahili word "shavu" meaning "eight". It gained popularity as an African American name in the United States during the 1970s. Shavon is often used as a diminutive form of names like Shawn or Shavonda. Notable individuals with this name include American basketball player Shavon Shields and Jamaican track and field athlete Shavon Hamilton.
The name Shavon has seen a significant range in its popularity over the years, with a notable spike in usage between 1992 and 1995. During this period, the number of births with this name increased dramatically, from 42 in 1993 to 34 in 1994 and 29 in 1995. However, it's important to note that these figures may not reflect the true popularity of the name in any given year due to factors such as data collection methods or reporting delays. Overall, Shavon has been a relatively uncommon name throughout most of its history, with annual births ranging from a low of 3 in some years to a high of 42 in 1993.