Modern creation, possibly related to the javelin weapon.
Javelle is a modern American name likely created as a rhythmic variation of names like Javan or Javel. It is often associated with the French word 'javelle', meaning a sheaf of wheat, or the English word 'javelin', implying a spear-thrower.
Less common today
Javelle isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #5,103 in 1994.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
