Rashawn Boy

Popularity: #902 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: rah-SHAWN //rəˈʃɔːn//

Origin: African American; English

Meaning: Combination of 'Ra' (Egyptian sun god) and 'Shawn' (Irish: God is gracious)

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Rashawn is a modern American invention, believed to be a blend of the name "Rashad," which has Arabic origins meaning "rightly guided" or "wise," and the suffix "-awn," which is often used in African American naming traditions. The name Rashad itself can be traced back to the Arabic root "r-sh-d," which conveys the idea of guidance and wisdom.

This linguistic combination reflects a broader trend in the late 20th century where names were often created or adapted to reflect cultural identity and heritage, particularly within African American communities. Historically, the name Rashawn does not have significant milestones in classical literature or religious texts, as it emerged in the latter half of the 20th century.

However, the components of the name resonate with a rich tradition of names that emphasize positive attributes such as wisdom and guidance. The use of names that incorporate elements from Arabic and African American vernacular illustrates a cultural synthesis that has been prominent in the naming practices of African Americans, especially during the civil rights movement and beyond, when there was a resurgence of interest in cultural identity.

Culturally, names like Rashawn carry connotations of strength and resilience, often reflecting the values and aspirations of the communities from which they originate. The name may also be associated with various diminutive forms, such as "Rash" or "Shawn," which have their own historical significance and usage.

Overall, Rashawn exemplifies the dynamic nature of naming practices, where linguistic roots and cultural significance converge to create a name that embodies both personal identity and collective heritage.

Famous people named Rashawn

In this section, you will find notable people named Rashawn. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Rashawn who have made a significant impact on popular culture.

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Rashawn Davis is a professional basketball player best known for playing in the NBA G League.

Rashawn Slater is a professional American football player best known for playing as an offensive tackle for the Los Angeles Chargers.

Sibling suggestions

If you're looking for sibling name ideas that pair well with Rashawn, the following options are frequently chosen as complementary choices by parents.

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Similar names

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Rashawn was first seen in the United States in 1966.

Rashawn has ranked as high as #1354 nationally, which occurred in 1993, and has been most popular in New York, New Jersey, Ohio, Illinois, and North Carolina.

In the past 5 years the name Rashawn has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Rashawn 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 Rashawn 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 Rashawn.

Year Total Births Boy Girl
2025 36 36 0
2024 40 40 0
2023 33 33 0
2022 57 57 0
2021 51 51 0
2020 54 54 0
2019 46 46 0
2018 67 67 0
2017 67 67 0
2016 55 55 0
2015 85 85 0
2014 68 68 0
2013 81 81 0
2012 89 89 0
2011 110 110 0
2010 130 130 0
2009 119 119 0
2008 141 141 0
2007 135 135 0
2006 169 169 0
2005 149 149 0
2004 123 123 0
2003 130 130 0
2002 129 129 0
2001 186 181 5
2000 196 190 6
1999 178 168 10
1998 246 235 11
1997 211 194 17
1996 197 191 6
1995 268 248 20
1994 236 213 23
1993 273 243 30
1992 258 226 32
1991 241 211 30
1990 227 199 28
1989 194 163 31
1988 183 150 33
1987 170 136 34
1986 186 170 16
1985 139 114 25
1984 111 96 15
1983 112 100 12
1982 122 104 18
1981 98 78 20
1980 110 92 18
1979 138 102 36
1978 130 104 26
1977 128 101 27
1976 92 61 31
1975 65 47 18
1974 64 44 20
1973 41 23 18
1972 45 23 22
1971 42 18 24
1970 16 7 9
1969 15 5 10
1968 12 0 12
1967 15 7 8
1966 8 0 8

Top States for Rashawn (2022)

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
FL 6
35%
GA 6
35%
TX 5
29%