Nashawn Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationnah-SHAWN / næˈʃɔːnAmerican; African American
Meaning
American: combination of names; African American: possibly derived from 'Nash' and 'Shawn'
Historical & Cultural Background
Nashawn is a modern name that emerged in the United States, particularly within African American communities. It reflects a trend of creating unique names by blending traditional names. The name combines elements from 'Nash' and 'Shawn', both of which have distinct cultural significance. As a relatively contemporary name, it is often associated with individuality and creativity.
Trend Summary
Nashawn has seen limited popularity in the United States, often appearing in the late 20th century.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Nashawn was first seen in the United States in 1975. Nashawn has ranked as high as #1315 nationally, which occurred in 2006, and has been most popular in New York, Virginia, Ohio, North Carolina, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Nashawn has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Nashawn (2010)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| IL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1975 | 5 |
| 1976 | 8 |
| 1978 | 8 |
| 1979 | 8 |
| 1981 | 8 |
| 1982 | 6 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1986 | 6 |
| 1988 | 10 |
| 1989 | 11 |
| 1990 | 17 |
| 1991 | 12 |
| 1992 | 7 |
| 1993 | 15 |
| 1994 | 10 |
| 1995 | 18 |
| 1996 | 13 |
| 1997 | 10 |
| 1998 | 26 |
| 1999 | 18 |
| 2000 | 42 |
| 2001 | 40 |
| 2002 | 36 |
| 2003 | 36 |
| 2004 | 46 |
| 2005 | 67 |
| 2006 | 68 |
| 2007 | 62 |
| 2008 | 37 |
| 2009 | 35 |
| 2010 | 40 |
| 2011 | 34 |
| 2012 | 27 |
| 2013 | 22 |
| 2014 | 14 |
| 2015 | 9 |
| 2016 | 9 |
| 2017 | 15 |
| 2018 | 6 |
| 2019 | 9 |
| 2020 | 9 |
| 2021 | 9 |
| 2022 | 6 |
| 2024 | 5 |