Daeshawn Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationday-SHAWN / /deɪˈʃɔːn/American; African American
Meaning
Derived from the name Shawn, meaning 'God is gracious' in Hebrew; combined with the prefix 'Dae', which may be a modern variation.
Historical & Cultural Background
Daeshawn is a modern American name that emerged in the late 20th century. It reflects a trend of combining traditional names with unique prefixes or spellings. The name is often associated with African American culture, where creative name formation is prevalent. Its popularity has been influenced by cultural movements and the desire for individuality in naming.
Trend Summary
Daeshawn has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, particularly in the 1990s and early 2000s.
Similar Names
Variants
- DaeShawn
- Daeshon
International Variants
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Daeshawn was first seen in the United States in 1988. Daeshawn has ranked as high as #1342 nationally, which occurred in 2007, and has been most popular in New York, Ohio, Illinois, Michigan, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Daeshawn has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Daeshawn (2007)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| OH | 5 | |
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1988 | 6 |
| 1989 | 7 |
| 1990 | 10 |
| 1991 | 16 |
| 1992 | 18 |
| 1993 | 13 |
| 1994 | 21 |
| 1995 | 24 |
| 1996 | 23 |
| 1997 | 38 |
| 1998 | 40 |
| 1999 | 40 |
| 2000 | 42 |
| 2001 | 45 |
| 2002 | 45 |
| 2003 | 39 |
| 2004 | 43 |
| 2005 | 27 |
| 2006 | 29 |
| 2007 | 46 |
| 2008 | 25 |
| 2009 | 27 |
| 2010 | 30 |
| 2011 | 20 |
| 2012 | 15 |
| 2013 | 20 |
| 2014 | 13 |
| 2015 | 17 |
| 2016 | 14 |
| 2017 | 15 |
| 2018 | 14 |
| 2019 | 11 |
| 2020 | 14 |
| 2021 | 11 |
| 2022 | 13 |
| 2023 | 9 |
| 2024 | 6 |