levon

Levon is a masculine given name of Armenian origin. It is widely used in Armenia and among Armenian communities around the world. The Armenian form is written فوائد as Լևոն. The name has been borne by various figures in Armenian history and in the diaspora, reflecting its long-standing cultural presence.

Notable bearers include Levon Ter-Petrosyan, who served as the first President of Armenia from 1991 to 1998, and Levon Aronian, a prominent chess grandmaster who has competed at the highest levels internationally. In the United States, Levon Helm was a renowned musician and a member of The Band, recognized for his drumming and vocal work. The name also appears in wider popular culture; Elton John’s 1971 song “Levon” centers on a fictional character of the same name.

Variants and related forms of the name appear in neighboring and related cultures. Levan is used in Georgian and other Caucasian contexts, while Levon remains the Armenian form in many transliterations. The name continues to be used across Armenian communities and in the broader diaspora, sometimes appearing in literature, music, and media as a representation of Armenian heritage.