Is Levon a boy's or girl's name?

Levon is primarily a boy's name. It is also used as a girl's name, with 429 recorded births.

When was Levon most popular?

Levon reached its peak popularity in 2018 with 140 births that year. It is currently ranked #1782 in the U.S.

How popular is the name Levon?

Levon is currently ranked #1782 in the U.S. (2024). It has been given to 5,636 babies since 1913.

Levon

An uncommon Armenian pick — distinctive and rare.

Boy's name| Also girlsArmenianDeclining Also a pet name

#1782▼ 94in 2024

Meaning & Origin

genitive singular of lepo

Levon is a boy's and girl's baby name of Armenian origin, the Armenian form of Leon, from the Greek leon meaning 'lion.' Levon is a classic given name in Armenia, borne by several medieval Armenian kings and remaining widely used in the Armenian diaspora worldwide.

Over 5,640 U.S. births are recorded. Levon Helm — the legendary drummer and vocalist of The Band — gave the name an iconic rock music legacy. It's one of those names that sounds exactly right whether it's on a medieval king or a modern musician.

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Popularity Over Time

Levon climbed 687 spots in the last 20 years — from #2469 to #1782.

Popularity by Decade

Decade-by-decade popularity data for Levon
Decade	Births	Avg Rank	Trend
2020s	527	#1627	▼
2010s	972	#1754	▲
2000s	465	#2484	▼
1990s	583	#1630	▼
1980s	689	#1160	▲
1970s	540	#1174	▲
1960s	368	#1333	▼
1950s	544	#1029	▲
1940s	395	#1115	▲
1930s	304	#1268	▲
1920s	170	#2028	▲
1910s	79	#2522	—

Year-by-Year Data

View complete yearly data(112 years, 1913–2024)

Year-by-year popularity data for the name Levon
Year	Births	Rank	Change
2024	92	#1782	-9 (-8.9%)
2023	101	#1688	-16 (-13.7%)
2022	117	#1536	+7 (6.4%)
2021	110	#1580	+3 (2.8%)
2020	107	#1547	-14 (-11.6%)
2019	121	#1445	-19 (-13.6%)
2018	140	#1302	+26 (22.8%)
2017	114	#1483	0
2016	114	#1497	+5 (4.6%)
2015	109	#1519	+4 (3.8%)
2014	105	#1530	+16 (18.0%)
2013	89	#1681	0
2012	89	#1704	+42 (89.4%)
2011	47	#2615	+3 (6.8%)
2010	44	#2768	-9 (-17.0%)
2009	53	#2429	-12 (-18.5%)
2008	65	#2113	+9 (16.1%)
2007	56	#2327	+6 (12.0%)
2006	50	#2464	+10 (25.0%)
2005	40	#2737	-5 (-11.1%)

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.

Levon as a Girl's Name

While overwhelmingly a boy's name, Levon has also been given to 429 girls in the U.S. since 1919.

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Current rank

429

Total births

1955

Peak year

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Frequently Asked

Can Levon be used for both boys and girls?

Yes, Levon is used for both boys and girls. As a boy's name, it currently ranks #1782. As a girl's name, it is not currently in the top rankings.

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Last updated May 2026 · Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (1913–2024) · Methodology