Raekwon Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Raekwon originates from African American Vernacular English and gained popularity in the 1990s due to the influence of the rapper Raekwon from the Wu-Tang Clan. Although it does not have a traditional meaning, it is associated with strength and creativity. The name has evolved in modern culture and is recognized for its ties to hip-hop. It does not have biblical relevance, and its current perception is that of uniqueness and individuality.
The name Raekwon is most popular in South 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. 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, Raekwon 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, 'Raekwon' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1591st out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1646th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5989th out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 25632nd out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Raekwon' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Raekwon"
Pronunciation
/ˈreɪkwɒn/
Origin
African American Vernacular English (AAVE)
Etymology
The name Raekwon is believed to be a modern invention, likely derived from a combination of sounds and influences within African American culture. It gained prominence in the 1990s with the rise of hip-hop.
Meaning
The name does not have a widely recognized meaning in traditional contexts, but it is associated with strength and creativity.
Language Evolution
Raekwon
Historical Usage
Raekwon gained popularity in the 1990s, largely due to the influence of the rapper Raekwon from the Wu-Tang Clan, who brought the name into mainstream culture.
Variants & Derivatives
Rae, Kwon
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Raekwon is often associated with hip-hop culture and is seen as a unique and creative name that reflects individuality.
Famous People
Raekwon (the rapper), Raekwon McMillan (football player)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Raekwon"
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 "Raekwon"
"Raekwon" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1591st of 16616 | 787 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1646th of 24088 | 1,317 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 5989th of 23106 | 174 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 25632nd of 27321 | 6 |
Regional Popularity of "Raekwon" 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) |
38.59% 1422nd/3685 |
20.56% 920th/4475 |
18.29% 950th/5194 |
58.75% 3711th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
33.22% 1522nd/4582 |
27.32% 1411th/5164 |
16.07% 1175th/7313 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
62.77% 4282nd/6822 |
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Regional Popularity of "Raekwon" 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 "Raekwon"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Raekwon" 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.