Dashaun Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Dashaun is an American name that combines elements from the name Sean, meaning 'God is gracious'. It has evolved from historical forms like Sean and Shaun. The name emerged in popularity during the late 20th century, reflecting a trend towards unique names in certain cultural communities. While it does not have biblical relevance, it carries a modern image of creativity and individuality.
The name Dashaun is most popular in South Carolina, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Dashaun has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Dashaun' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4718th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1624th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1389th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3831st out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 18582nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 30690th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Dashaun' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Dashaun"
Pronunciation
/dəˈʃɔːn/
Origin
American
Etymology
Dashaun is a modern name that likely derives from a combination of the name 'D' and the traditional name 'Shaun', a variant of 'Sean', which itself is of Irish origin meaning 'God is gracious'.
Meaning
God is gracious
Language Evolution
Sean, Shaun, Dashaun
Historical Usage
Dashaun became popular in the late 20th century, particularly in African American communities, reflecting a trend of unique and creative name formations.
Variants & Derivatives
D'Shaun, Deshaun, Shaun
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Dashaun is perceived as a modern and unique name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Dashaun Wesley, a notable American dancer and choreographer., Dashaun McKnight, a professional athlete known in the sports community.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Dashaun"
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 "Dashaun"
"Dashaun" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 4718th of 10718 | 76 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1624th of 16616 | 756 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1389th of 24088 | 1,698 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3831st of 23106 | 336 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 18582nd of 27321 | 22 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 30690th of 35406 | 10 |
Regional Popularity of "Dashaun" 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) |
- | - | - |
60.78% 2458th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
37.69% 1389th/3685 |
20.98% 939th/4475 |
31.23% 1622nd/5194 |
44.15% 2789th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
26.01% 1192nd/4582 |
26.01% 1343rd/5164 |
16.87% 1234th/7313 |
47.72% 3561st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
65.76% 2620th/3984 |
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58.47% 3989th/6822 |
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Regional Popularity of "Dashaun" 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 "Dashaun"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Dashaun" 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.