Daishawn Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Daishawn is a modern name combining elements from 'David' and 'Shawn', meaning 'beloved' and 'God is gracious'. It has evolved from historical names like David and Sean, reflecting a cultural blend in contemporary naming. The name has no biblical background and gained popularity in the late 20th century in the United States. It is viewed positively today as unique and creative.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Daishawn"
Pronunciation
/deɪˈʃɔːn/
Origin
Modern American English
Etymology
The name Daishawn is a modern blend of the elements 'Dai', which is derived from 'David' meaning 'beloved', and 'Shawn', which is a variant of 'Sean', itself derived from the Hebrew name 'Yohanan', meaning 'God is gracious'.
Meaning
Beloved, God is gracious
Language Evolution
David, Dai, Sean, Shawn, Daishawn
Historical Usage
Daishawn emerged as a popular name in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States, often associated with African American culture and naming trends.
Variants & Derivatives
Shawn, Shaun, Sean, Dai, David
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Daishawn is perceived as a trendy, modern name often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Daishawn Smith (hypothetical example), Daishawn Jones (hypothetical example)
📊 Daishawn Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Daishawn Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 32 peak births in 2001
Geographic Spread
Popular across 2 US states, with strongest presence in New York
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 3 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Daishawn"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Daishawn"
"Daishawn" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 5421st of 16616 | 127 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3913th of 24088 | 366 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 10917th of 23106 | 62 |
Regional Popularity of "Daishawn" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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47.62% 2131st/4475 |
- | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
71.85% 3292nd/4582 |
70.82% 3657th/5164 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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Regional Popularity of "Daishawn" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Daishawn"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Daishawn" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Daishawn" in the United States
The name Daishawn is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Daishawn has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast. Across generations, 'Daishawn' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5421st out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3913th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 10917th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Daishawn' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.