Deshaun Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Deshaun is an American English name derived from the combination of the prefix 'De-' and the name 'Shaun', which is rooted in the Irish name 'Sean', meaning 'God is gracious'. It has evolved from historical forms like Sean and Shaun, reflecting a trend towards unique names in contemporary culture. The name has no biblical connection and gained popularity in the late 20th century. It is perceived as modern and creative, with notable figures such as Deshaun Watson and Deshaun Stevenson bearing the name.
The name Deshaun is most popular in Florida, 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, Deshaun has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female 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 female in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Deshaun' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1724th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 990th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1006th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2062nd out of 23106 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6381st out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 9571st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 28314th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Deshaun' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Deshaun"
Pronunciation
/dəˈʃɔːn/
Origin
American English
Etymology
Deshaun is a modern name that combines the prefix 'De-' with the name 'Shaun', which is a variation of 'Sean', the Irish form of 'John'. The 'De-' prefix often indicates a sense of belonging or origin.
Meaning
God is gracious
Language Evolution
Sean, Shaun, Deshaun
Historical Usage
Deshaun gained popularity in the United States during the late 20th century, particularly among African American communities, as part of a trend towards unique and culturally resonant names.
Variants & Derivatives
DeSean, Shaun, Sean
Modern Popularity & Image
Deshaun is viewed as a modern and trendy name, often associated with creativity and individuality. It conveys a sense of cultural identity.
Famous People
Deshaun Watson, an American football quarterback, Deshaun Stevenson, a former professional basketball player
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Deshaun"
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 "Deshaun"
"Deshaun" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1724th of 10718 | 431 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 990th of 16616 | 1,652 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1006th of 24088 | 2,755 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2062nd of 23106 | 847 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 6381st of 19264 | 115 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 9571st of 27321 | 103 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 28314th of 35406 | 13 |
Regional Popularity of "Deshaun" 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) |
35.31% 1037th/2937 |
37.09% 1292nd/3483 |
46.79% 1646th/3518 |
34.30% 1387th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
21.00% 774th/3685 |
20.51% 918th/4475 |
20.95% 1088th/5194 |
18.89% 1193rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
18.31% 839th/4582 |
26.94% 1391st/5164 |
11.39% 833rd/7313 |
21.32% 1591st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
40.84% 1627th/3984 |
- |
26.37% 1799th/6822 |
60.40% 3791st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Deshaun" 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) |
- | - |
100.00% 3518th/3518 |
- |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Deshaun"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Deshaun" 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.