Jashaun Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Jashaun is a modern name with African American roots, meaning 'God is gracious'. It evolved from combinations of earlier names like Jas and Shaun. The name reflects traits of individuality and creativity, with no direct biblical relevance. Its popularity rose in the late 20th century, contributing to its current perception as a unique choice.
The name Jashaun is most popular in Virginia, 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. From 2020-2022, Jashaun has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South. 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. Across generations, 'Jashaun' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5994th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2125th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4508th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Jashaun' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jashaun"
Pronunciation
/dʒəˈʃɔːn/
Origin
African American English
Etymology
Jashaun is a modern name that is believed to be a combination of the names 'Jas' and 'Shaun', where 'Jas' is often a short form of names like Jason or Jasper and 'Shaun' is derived from the Irish name Seán, meaning 'God is gracious'.
Meaning
God is gracious
Language Evolution
Jas, Shaun, Jashaun
Historical Usage
Jashaun gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly within African American communities, as unique and modern names became more fashionable.
Variants & Derivatives
Jas, Shaun, Jashawn
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Jashaun is perceived as a contemporary and distinctive name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Jashaun Thomas, a notable athlete., Jashaun Johnson, an emerging artist.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jashaun"
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 "Jashaun"
"Jashaun" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 5994th of 16616 | 105 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2125th of 24088 | 920 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 4508th of 23106 | 267 |
Regional Popularity of "Jashaun" 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) |
- | - |
67.60% 3511th/5194 |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
34.50% 1581st/4582 |
58.11% 3001st/5164 |
24.00% 1755th/7313 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
66.11% 4510th/6822 |
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Regional Popularity of "Jashaun" 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 "Jashaun"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jashaun" 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.