Masculine dossier · first seen 1966
Jovan
Stable
Cross-generational persistence
Peak era
1998
Peak births
270
Current vitality
Rare
Peak generation
Gen Z
Quick answers about Jovan
How many people are named Jovan?
An estimated 9,706 living Americans are named Jovan.
How rare is Jovan?
Jovan is uncommon among babies today, with 93 boys receiving the name in 2025, down 65.6% from its 1998 peak.
How old is the typical Jovan?
The median age of a living American named Jovan is approximately 28 years, with most bearers falling between 18 and 38 years old.
Is Jovan still popular?
Yes. Jovan is holding steady, with 93 births in 2025 and a consistent recent baseline.
Where is Jovan most common?
Jovan has its strongest geographic signal in Illinois, where it appears 2.4× more often than the national baseline.
1966Peak 19982025
Peak year
1998
Decline from peak
65.6%
2025
93
All-time
9,984