Kesean Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Kesean is an African-American English name believed to be a modern variation of Keshawn. It evokes uniqueness and strength, reflecting contemporary naming trends within African-American culture. The name has no biblical significance and gained popularity in the late 20th century. Variants include Keshawn and Keshon, while its modern perception is associated with individuality.
The name Kesean is most popular in North 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. From 2020-2022, Kesean 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, 'Kesean' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5362nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2090th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6467th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Kesean' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kesean"
Pronunciation
/kɪˈʃɔːn/
Origin
African-American English
Etymology
The name Kesean is believed to be a modern variation of the name 'Keshawn', which is of African-American origin and often used to reflect African heritage.
Meaning
A combination of sounds that evoke strength and uniqueness.
Language Evolution
Keshawn, Keshon, Kisean
Historical Usage
The name Kesean gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly within African-American communities as a contemporary name choice.
Variants & Derivatives
Keshawn, Keshon, Kisean
Modern Popularity & Image
Kesean is perceived as a modern and trendy name, often associated with individuality and cultural identity.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kesean"
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 "Kesean"
"Kesean" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 5362nd of 16616 | 129 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2090th of 24088 | 942 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 6467th of 23106 | 155 |
Regional Popularity of "Kesean" 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) |
- | - | - |
58.75% 3711th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
38.52% 1765th/4582 |
48.32% 2495th/5164 |
27.25% 1993rd/7313 |
45.34% 3384th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Kesean" 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 "Kesean"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kesean" 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.