Tashaun Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationtuh-SHAWN / təˈʃɔːnAmerican; African American
Meaning
Combination of 'Ta' and 'Shaun'; 'Ta' is often a diminutive prefix, while 'Shaun' means 'God is gracious' in Hebrew.
Historical & Cultural Background
Tashaun 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 elements. The name is often associated with individuality and cultural identity.
Trend Summary
Tashaun has seen moderate popularity in the United States, particularly in the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Tashawn
- Tashan
International Variants
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Tashaun was first seen in the United States in 1981. Tashaun has ranked as high as #1296 nationally, which occurred in 2005, and has been most popular in Michigan, Ohio, Texas, Florida, and North Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Tashaun has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Tashaun (2010)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1989 | 10 |
| 1990 | 20 |
| 1991 | 15 |
| 1992 | 9 |
| 1993 | 17 |
| 1994 | 11 |
| 1995 | 8 |
| 1996 | 15 |
| 1997 | 18 |
| 1998 | 15 |
| 1999 | 20 |
| 2000 | 22 |
| 2001 | 23 |
| 2002 | 29 |
| 2003 | 29 |
| 2004 | 33 |
| 2005 | 54 |
| 2006 | 50 |
| 2007 | 53 |
| 2008 | 41 |
| 2009 | 25 |
| 2010 | 29 |
| 2011 | 22 |
| 2012 | 14 |
| 2013 | 17 |
| 2014 | 11 |
| 2015 | 10 |
| 2016 | 9 |
| 2017 | 11 |
| 2018 | 13 |
| 2019 | 6 |
| 2020 | 11 |
| 2021 | 6 |
| 2022 | 9 |
| 2023 | 7 |
| 2024 | 7 |