Tyshawn Unisex
Origin(s)
Pronunciationtie-SHAWN / taɪˈʃɔːnAmerican; African American
Meaning
Derived from combining elements of the name Ty and the suffix -shawn, often interpreted as 'gift of God' or 'God is gracious'.
Historical & Cultural Background
Tyshawn 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 gained popularity in the late 20th century and is often associated with a sense of individuality and cultural identity.
Trend Summary
Tyshawn has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, particularly peaking in the late 1990s and early 2000s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Tyshon
- Tyshawnn
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Tyshawn was first seen in the United States in 1972. Tyshawn has ranked as high as #1176 nationally, which occurred in 2008, and has been most popular in New York, Illinois, North Carolina, Ohio, and South Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Tyshawn has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Tyshawn (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1972 | 8 |
| 1973 | 11 |
| 1974 | 5 |
| 1975 | 18 |
| 1976 | 19 |
| 1977 | 23 |
| 1978 | 21 |
| 1979 | 21 |
| 1980 | 33 |
| 1981 | 28 |
| 1982 | 28 |
| 1983 | 37 |
| 1984 | 25 |
| 1985 | 52 |
| 1986 | 60 |
| 1987 | 52 |
| 1988 | 55 |
| 1989 | 74 |
| 1990 | 93 |
| 1991 | 115 |
| 1992 | 131 |
| 1993 | 139 |
| 1994 | 133 |
| 1995 | 139 |
| 1996 | 161 |
| 1997 | 158 |
| 1998 | 164 |
| 1999 | 168 |
| 2000 | 179 |
| 2001 | 178 |
| 2002 | 184 |
| 2003 | 207 |
| 2004 | 181 |
| 2005 | 195 |
| 2006 | 218 |
| 2007 | 200 |
| 2008 | 224 |
| 2009 | 197 |
| 2010 | 193 |
| 2011 | 145 |
| 2012 | 122 |
| 2013 | 105 |
| 2014 | 89 |
| 2015 | 85 |
| 2016 | 80 |
| 2017 | 72 |
| 2018 | 81 |
| 2019 | 60 |
| 2020 | 69 |
| 2021 | 62 |
| 2022 | 50 |
| 2023 | 50 |
| 2024 | 34 |