Rashon Unisex
Origin(s)
Pronunciationrah-SHAWN / /ræˈʃɔːn/African American; English
Meaning
African American: derived from a blend of names; English: variant of Rashawn
Historical & Cultural Background
Rashon is a name that has emerged primarily within African American communities. It is often seen as a modern creation, reflecting a trend of unique and blended names. The name may also be influenced by similar names like Rashawn, which combines elements from various cultural backgrounds. Names like Rashon often carry personal significance for families, representing heritage and identity.
Trend Summary
Rashon has seen limited popularity in the United States, with occasional usage in the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Rashawn
- Rashon
International Variants
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Rashon was first seen in the United States in 1970. Rashon has ranked as high as #1171 nationally, which occurred in 1994, and has been most popular in Pennsylvania, New York, North Carolina, Illinois, and Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Rashon has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Rashon (2017)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| PA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1970 | 5 |
| 1971 | 6 |
| 1972 | 9 |
| 1973 | 14 |
| 1974 | 24 |
| 1975 | 33 |
| 1976 | 35 |
| 1977 | 37 |
| 1978 | 38 |
| 1979 | 34 |
| 1980 | 42 |
| 1981 | 40 |
| 1982 | 48 |
| 1983 | 40 |
| 1984 | 36 |
| 1985 | 41 |
| 1986 | 49 |
| 1987 | 48 |
| 1988 | 45 |
| 1989 | 50 |
| 1990 | 61 |
| 1991 | 61 |
| 1992 | 50 |
| 1993 | 48 |
| 1994 | 66 |
| 1995 | 52 |
| 1996 | 41 |
| 1997 | 55 |
| 1998 | 53 |
| 1999 | 49 |
| 2000 | 47 |
| 2001 | 50 |
| 2002 | 39 |
| 2003 | 46 |
| 2004 | 48 |
| 2005 | 30 |
| 2006 | 41 |
| 2007 | 39 |
| 2008 | 31 |
| 2009 | 31 |
| 2010 | 18 |
| 2011 | 29 |
| 2012 | 24 |
| 2013 | 28 |
| 2014 | 25 |
| 2015 | 21 |
| 2016 | 13 |
| 2017 | 20 |
| 2018 | 13 |
| 2019 | 8 |
| 2020 | 8 |
| 2021 | 11 |
| 2022 | 15 |
| 2023 | 13 |
| 2024 | 6 |