Quashawn Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Quashawn is a name with African American roots, likely derived from the combination of the prefix 'Qua-' and the name 'Shawn', which means 'God is gracious'. It has evolved from 'Sean' to 'Shawn' before becoming the contemporary version 'Quashawn'. The name gained popularity in the late 20th century as part of a unique naming trend within African American culture. Quashawn has no biblical relevance and is viewed as a modern and distinctive name.
The name Quashawn is most popular in New Jersey, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the Northeast 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, Quashawn has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Quashawn' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3087th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4215th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 10316th out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 27321st out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Quashawn' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Quashawn"
Pronunciation
/kwəˈʃɔːn/
Origin
African American English
Etymology
The name Quashawn is believed to be a modern American invention, likely derived from the combination of the prefix 'Qua-' and the name 'Shawn', which itself is a variant of the Irish name 'Sean'.
Meaning
Form of 'Shawn', which means 'God is gracious'.
Language Evolution
Sean, Shawn, Quashawn
Historical Usage
Quashawn gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly within African American communities, as part of a trend of unique and creative naming practices.
Variants & Derivatives
Keshawn, Quashan, Shawn
Modern Popularity & Image
The name Quashawn is often perceived as modern and distinctive, representing a cultural expression of identity and individuality.
📊 Quashawn Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Quashawn Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 43 peak births in 1992
Geographic Spread
Popular across 5 US states, with strongest presence in New Jersey
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 4 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Quashawn"
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 "Quashawn"
"Quashawn" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3087th of 16616 | 295 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 4215th of 24088 | 334 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 10316th of 23106 | 70 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 27321st of 27321 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Quashawn" 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) |
- |
29.70% 1329th/4475 |
52.45% 2724th/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
52.17% 2694th/5164 |
57.95% 4238th/7313 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Quashawn" 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 "Quashawn"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Quashawn" 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.