Rayquan Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Rayquan is a modern name originating from American culture, combining elements that signify wisdom and protection. Its evolution includes historical forms like Raymond and Rae, reflecting a unique cultural identity. The name is currently viewed positively, often associated with strength and creativity, though it does not have biblical significance.
The name Rayquan 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 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. From 2020-2022, Rayquan 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, 'Rayquan' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3293rd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2347th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5989th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Rayquan' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Rayquan"
Pronunciation
/reɪˈkwɒn/
Origin
Modern American
Etymology
Rayquan is a modern name that combines the elements 'Ray', often derived from Raymond meaning 'wise protector', and 'quan', which is a phonetic representation commonly used in African American naming traditions.
Meaning
Wise protector
Language Evolution
Raymond, Rae, Quan
Historical Usage
Rayquan began to gain popularity in the late 20th century as part of a trend of unique and culturally significant names within African American communities.
Variants & Derivatives
Ray, Quan, Rae
Modern Popularity & Image
Rayquan is perceived as a contemporary and culturally rich name, often associated with strength and individuality.
Famous People
Rayquan Johnson, a notable athlete, Rayquan Smith, an emerging artist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Rayquan"
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 "Rayquan"
"Rayquan" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3293rd of 16616 | 269 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2347th of 24088 | 785 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 5989th of 23106 | 174 |
Regional Popularity of "Rayquan" 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) |
61.30% 2259th/3685 |
29.70% 1329th/4475 |
35.77% 1858th/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
51.42% 2356th/4582 |
35.34% 1825th/5164 |
26.32% 1925th/7313 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
74.46% 5080th/6822 |
- |
Regional Popularity of "Rayquan" 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 "Rayquan"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Rayquan" 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.