Tyshawn Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Tyshawn is an American name that combines elements from 'Ty-' and 'Shawn', with roots tracing back to the Irish 'Seán', meaning 'gift of God'. It has evolved linguistically from traditional names like John and Seán, reflecting a modern trend of unique naming. Although it has no biblical relevance, Tyshawn has gained popularity in recent decades, particularly in certain cultural communities, and is seen as a symbol of creativity. Notable figures with this name include Tyshawn Taylor and Tyshawn Sweeney.
The name Tyshawn 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. 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, Tyshawn has been too falling 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, 'Tyshawn' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3249th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1144th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 969th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2074th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 12006th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 11735th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 20971st out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Tyshawn' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Tyshawn"
Pronunciation
/taɪˈʃɔːn/
Origin
American
Etymology
Tyshawn is a modern name that combines the prefix 'Ty-' with 'Shawn', which is derived from the Irish name 'Seán', a form of 'John'.
Meaning
gift of God
Language Evolution
John (Old English), Seán (Irish), Shawn (English), Tyshawn (Modern American)
Historical Usage
Tyshawn emerged as a popular name in the late 20th century, particularly in African American communities, influenced by the trend of unique and creative names.
Variants & Derivatives
Ty, Shawn, Tyson
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Tyshawn is perceived as a trendy and modern name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Tyshawn Taylor (basketball player), Tyshawn Sweeney (actor)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Tyshawn"
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 "Tyshawn"
"Tyshawn" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3249th of 10718 | 159 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1144th of 16616 | 1,322 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 969th of 24088 | 2,913 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2074th of 23106 | 837 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 12006th of 19264 | 28 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 11735th of 27321 | 71 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 20971st of 35406 | 35 |
Regional Popularity of "Tyshawn" 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) |
- |
35.52% 1237th/3483 |
- | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
27.76% 1023rd/3685 |
12.22% 547th/4475 |
26.95% 1400th/5194 |
49.75% 3143rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
20.17% 924th/4582 |
13.23% 683rd/5164 |
11.62% 850th/7313 |
28.35% 2116th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
37.65% 1500th/3984 |
42.66% 1914th/4487 |
31.74% 2165th/6822 |
65.98% 4141st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Tyshawn" 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 "Tyshawn"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Tyshawn" 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.