Keyshawn Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Keyshawn is a modern American name that combines elements from 'Key' and 'Shawn', the latter being of Irish origin meaning 'God is gracious'. The name has evolved from these historical forms and has gained popularity in the United States since the 1990s. It conveys traits of uniqueness and strength, with no specific biblical relevance.
The name Keyshawn 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, Keyshawn 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, 'Keyshawn' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3398th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 888th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3030th out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 27321st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 25599th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Keyshawn' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Keyshawn"
Pronunciation
/kiːˈʃɔːn/
Origin
American
Etymology
Keyshawn is a modern American name that likely combines elements from the names 'Key' and 'Shawn'. The name 'Shawn' is of Irish origin, meaning 'God is gracious', while 'Key' may refer to the English word for a small island or a locking mechanism.
Meaning
Gracious island
Language Evolution
Key, Shawn, Keyshawn
Historical Usage
The name Keyshawn gained popularity in the United States during the late 20th century, particularly in the 1990s, influenced by pop culture and notable athletes.
Variants & Derivatives
Key, Shawn, Keshawn
Modern Popularity & Image
Keyshawn is perceived as a modern, unique name that carries a contemporary vibe, often associated with athleticism and strength.
Famous People
Keyshawn Johnson - former professional American football player, Keyshawn Davis - professional boxer
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Keyshawn"
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 "Keyshawn"
"Keyshawn" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3398th of 16616 | 257 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 888th of 24088 | 3,297 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3030th of 23106 | 473 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 27321st of 27321 | 5 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 25599th of 35406 | 19 |
Regional Popularity of "Keyshawn" 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) |
53.87% 1985th/3685 |
40.63% 1818th/4475 |
32.85% 1706th/5194 |
47.06% 2973rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
21.06% 965th/4582 |
15.38% 794th/5164 |
9.89% 723rd/7313 |
23.44% 1749th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
65.76% 2620th/3984 |
71.52% 3209th/4487 |
50.69% 3458th/6822 |
63.67% 3996th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Keyshawn" 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 "Keyshawn"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Keyshawn" 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.