Raequan Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Raequan is a modern American name that likely derives from Raekwon, reflecting strength and resilience. The name has evolved from its cultural roots in African American communities and gained popularity in the late 20th century, showcasing traits of creativity and identity. There is no biblical relevance associated with the name.
The name Raequan is most popular in Virginia, 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, Raequan has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South. 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. Across generations, 'Raequan' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5553rd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4076th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 12339th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Raequan' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Raequan"
Pronunciation
/reɪˈkwɑːn/
Origin
Modern American English
Etymology
Raequan is believed to be a modern name that combines elements from various influences, likely deriving from the name 'Raekwon,' which has roots in African American culture.
Meaning
a variation of the name Raekwon, often associated with strength and resilience.
Language Evolution
Raekwon, Raequan
Historical Usage
The name Raequan gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly within African American communities, influenced by cultural trends in music and entertainment.
Variants & Derivatives
Raekwon, Rae, Quan
Modern Popularity & Image
Raequan is viewed as a contemporary and unique name, often associated with creativity and cultural identity.
Famous People
Raekwon (the rapper), Raequan Thomas (professional athlete)
Explore More Raequan Name Visualizations
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Raequan"
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 "Raequan"
"Raequan" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 5553rd of 16616 | 121 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 4076th of 24088 | 348 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 12339th of 23106 | 47 |
Regional Popularity of "Raequan" 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) |
- |
42.70% 1911th/4475 |
46.52% 2416th/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
68.16% 3123rd/4582 |
60.67% 3133rd/5164 |
34.94% 2555th/7313 |
- |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Raequan" 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 "Raequan"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Raequan" 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.