Jayshawn Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Jayshawn is a modern blend name that combines elements from Jay and Sean. It means 'God is gracious' and represents a trend in unique name creation in America. The name has evolved from historical roots like John and has gained popularity since the late 20th century. It carries connotations of creativity and individuality, with notable people bearing the name contributing to its image.
The name Jayshawn is most popular in Ohio, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the MidWest 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, Jayshawn 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, 'Jayshawn' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5695th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1757th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3173rd out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Jayshawn' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jayshawn"
Pronunciation
/dʒeɪˈʃɔːn/
Origin
Modern American English
Etymology
The name Jayshawn is a blend of the name Jay and the suffix -shawn, which is derived from the name Sean, a variant of John.
Meaning
God is gracious
Language Evolution
Jay, Sean, John, Jayshawn
Historical Usage
The name Jayshawn became popular in the late 20th century as part of a trend for unique and modern names, particularly in the United States.
Variants & Derivatives
Jay, Shawn, Jayson
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Jayshawn is perceived as a contemporary and unique name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Jayshawn Boulware, an American football player, Jayshawn Johnson, a notable musician
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jayshawn"
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 "Jayshawn"
"Jayshawn" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 5695th of 16616 | 116 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1757th of 24088 | 1,194 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3173rd of 23106 | 440 |
Regional Popularity of "Jayshawn" 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) |
- |
67.73% 3031st/4475 |
- |
55.42% 3501st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
28.26% 1295th/4582 |
30.23% 1561st/5164 |
26.38% 1929th/7313 |
32.17% 2401st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
62.78% 2501st/3984 |
67.17% 3014th/4487 |
74.46% 5080th/6822 |
65.98% 4141st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Jayshawn" 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 "Jayshawn"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jayshawn" 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.