Tayshawn Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationTAY-shawn / /teɪˈʃɔːn/African American; English
Meaning
Tayshawn: possibly derived from 'Tay' (a diminutive of Taylor) and 'Shawn' (God is gracious); or a blend of 'Tay' and 'Shawn' with no specific meaning
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Tayshawn is often associated with African American culture, reflecting a trend of unique and creative name formations. It may also draw from English roots, particularly through the name Shawn, which has Irish origins meaning 'God is gracious'.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Tayshon
- Tay-shawn
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Tayshawn was first seen in the United States in 1991. Tayshawn has ranked as high as #1255 nationally, which occurred in 2006, and has been most popular in Michigan, Ohio, Florida, Texas, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Tayshawn has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Tayshawn (2014)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| MI | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1991 | 10 |
| 1992 | 7 |
| 1993 | 11 |
| 1994 | 6 |
| 1995 | 5 |
| 1996 | 10 |
| 1997 | 17 |
| 1998 | 14 |
| 1999 | 20 |
| 2000 | 31 |
| 2001 | 43 |
| 2002 | 47 |
| 2003 | 50 |
| 2004 | 92 |
| 2005 | 112 |
| 2006 | 128 |
| 2007 | 122 |
| 2008 | 104 |
| 2009 | 92 |
| 2010 | 58 |
| 2011 | 56 |
| 2012 | 36 |
| 2013 | 33 |
| 2014 | 33 |
| 2015 | 29 |
| 2016 | 15 |
| 2017 | 23 |
| 2018 | 13 |
| 2019 | 14 |
| 2020 | 15 |
| 2021 | 12 |
| 2022 | 14 |
| 2023 | 21 |
| 2024 | 16 |