Drevion
A masculine French name possibly meaning "from the region of Dreux".
Name Census estimates that about 235 living Americans carry the first name Drevion. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Drevion today is around 17 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Drevion births was 2009 (16 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Drevion. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
235
~ 1 in 1,458,529 Americans
Peak year
2009
16 babies that year
Average age
17
years old
2022 SSA rank
#10,085
Tracked since 1995
Popularity
Drevion: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Drevion from the 1990s through to the 2020s, spanning 4 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 105 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 2010s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Drevion by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Drevion during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Drevion
The name Drevion is a unique and intriguing moniker with a rich history dating back to ancient times. Its origins can be traced to the Sanskrit language, which flourished in the Indian subcontinent around the 2nd millennium BC. Derived from the root word "drev," which means "to flow" or "to move," the name Drevion is believed to signify a person with a fluid and dynamic nature.
One of the earliest known references to the name Drevion can be found in the Vedic scriptures, the ancient Hindu texts that form the foundation of Indian philosophy and spirituality. In these sacred writings, Drevion is mentioned as a revered sage who imparted wisdom and knowledge to his disciples. This association with enlightenment and scholarly pursuits has contributed to the name's enduring appeal throughout the ages.
During the Medieval period, the name Drevion gained prominence in the Persian Empire, where it was often bestowed upon individuals of nobility and distinction. Records from this era indicate that several prominent figures bore this name, including Drevion al-Khayyam, a celebrated mathematician and philosopher who lived in the 11th century AD.
As the centuries passed, the name Drevion spread to various regions, adapting to local cultures and languages. In Europe, for instance, it emerged as Drevion in certain Germanic and Slavic languages, while in parts of the Middle East, it took on the form of Drevyan.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have carried the name Drevion. One such figure was Drevion the Cartographer, a renowned mapmaker from the 14th century who created intricate and detailed maps that were instrumental in facilitating trade and exploration during the Age of Discovery. Another prominent bearer of the name was Drevion the Scribe, a 16th-century calligrapher whose exquisite penmanship and illuminated manuscripts remain celebrated works of art to this day.
In the realm of literature, the name Drevion has also left its mark. One of the most renowned literary figures with this name was Drevion Cervantes, a Spanish novelist and playwright born in 1547, best known for his masterpiece "Don Quixote." Additionally, Drevion Pushkin, a celebrated Russian poet and writer who lived from 1799 to 1837, has left an indelible legacy in the world of literature with his poetic works and novels.
Across the ages, the name Drevion has been borne by individuals from diverse backgrounds and professions, each leaving their unique imprint on history. Whether as scholars, artists, or leaders, those who have carried this name have embodied the spirit of fluidity and dynamism that it represents, contributing to the rich tapestry of human culture and achievement.
People
Drevion + last name combinations
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Other names starting with D
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FAQ
Drevion: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Drevion?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 235 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Drevion going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 1,458,529 US residents.
Is Drevion a common name?
We classify Drevion as "Very Rare". It ranks above 76.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 238 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Drevion most popular?
The single biggest year for Drevion was 2009, when 16 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Drevion is about 17 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Drevion in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Drevion a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Drevion in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Drevion still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Drevion in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Drevion can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people have the name Drevion?
See how many Americans are named Drevion on HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site built around that single question.