Keishawn Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: kee-SHAWN //kiːˈʃɔːn//
Origin: American; African American
Meaning: Variant of Keshawn, possibly derived from the name Shawn, meaning 'God is gracious' (Irish); or a blend of names.
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Keishawn is a modern creation that likely derives from a combination of elements from various linguistic and cultural backgrounds. The prefix "Kei" may be influenced by names such as Kay or Kaye, which have roots in Old English, meaning "rejoice" or "to be happy." The suffix "shawn" is a variant of Sean, which is the Irish form of John, originating from the Hebrew name Yochanan, meaning "God is gracious." This blending of elements reflects a trend in contemporary naming practices where traditional names are adapted and combined to create unique forms.
Historically, the name Sean has been prominent in Irish culture, with its roots tracing back to biblical times through the figure of John the Baptist and later saints named John. The name gained further recognition through the translation of the Bible into various languages, including the King James Version in the early 17th century, which helped to popularize biblical names in English-speaking countries.
The adaptation of Sean into various forms, including Keishawn, illustrates the evolution of names as they are embraced by different cultures and communities. Culturally, names like Keishawn may carry connotations of individuality and modernity, reflecting a broader trend in naming that emphasizes creativity and personal significance.
The combination of elements from different linguistic traditions can symbolize a blending of cultural identities, which is particularly resonant in multicultural societies. While Keishawn itself does not have a long historical lineage, its components connect it to a rich tapestry of linguistic heritage and cultural significance, reflecting the ongoing evolution of names in contemporary society.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Keishawn was first seen in the United States in 1981.
Keishawn has ranked as high as #4607 nationally, which occurred in 2000, and has been most popular in Florida, New York, California, Texas, and Ohio.
In the past 5 years the name Keishawn has been trending about the same compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Keishawn is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Keishawn was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Keishawn.
| Year | Total Births | Boy | Girl |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 2024 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 2023 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 2022 | 8 | 8 | 0 |
| 2021 | 8 | 8 | 0 |
| 2020 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 2019 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 2018 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 2017 | 10 | 10 | 0 |
| 2016 | 10 | 10 | 0 |
| 2015 | 15 | 15 | 0 |
| 2014 | 12 | 12 | 0 |
| 2013 | 10 | 10 | 0 |
| 2012 | 20 | 20 | 0 |
| 2011 | 22 | 22 | 0 |
| 2010 | 23 | 23 | 0 |
| 2009 | 26 | 26 | 0 |
| 2008 | 30 | 30 | 0 |
| 2007 | 26 | 26 | 0 |
| 2006 | 40 | 40 | 0 |
| 2005 | 37 | 37 | 0 |
| 2004 | 43 | 43 | 0 |
| 2003 | 36 | 36 | 0 |
| 2002 | 42 | 42 | 0 |
| 2001 | 45 | 45 | 0 |
| 2000 | 53 | 47 | 6 |
| 1999 | 50 | 50 | 0 |
| 1998 | 37 | 37 | 0 |
| 1997 | 33 | 27 | 6 |
| 1996 | 35 | 28 | 7 |
| 1995 | 14 | 14 | 0 |
| 1994 | 10 | 10 | 0 |
| 1993 | 20 | 15 | 5 |
| 1992 | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| 1991 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1990 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1989 | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| 1987 | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| 1986 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 1985 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 1984 | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| 1981 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
Top States for Keishawn (2009)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |