Modern creation, possibly a blend of Octavius or Tavian
Tavion is a modern American name likely developed as a rhythmic variation of names like Octavius or Tavian. It gained some popularity in the late 1990s and early 2000s, following the trend of 'on' ending names for boys. It does not have a singular ancient etymology but is often associated with the meaning of the number eight via Octavius.
About 38 boys were named Tavion in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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The same feel as Tavion — far less common.
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