Dashaun
Dashaun is a boy's name of Contemporary origin.
Meaning
Combination of the prefix Da- and Shaun, meaning 'God is gracious'.
Origin and history
Dashaun is a modern American name created by prefixing 'Da-' to the traditional name Shaun or Shawn. It emerged in the United States during the late 20th century as part of a broader trend of inventing unique rhythmic names. It remains a distinctive choice, seen steadily in U.S. birth records over recent decades.
Popularity in the United States
2,888 babies in the United States have been named Dashaun since 1880. It ranks #2411 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1794.
States where it is most popular
- NY (16.8 %)
- NC (10.6 %)
- IL (8.8 %)
- FL (7.6 %)
- OH (7.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 55 |
| 1980-1990 | 238 |
| 1990-2000 | 878 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,177 |
| 2010-2019 | 407 |
| 2020-2029 | 133 |
Famous people named Dashaun
- Dashaun Wesley: Dancer, Actor
Fun facts
- Dashaun is part of an American naming pattern from the late 20th century that combined popular name elements like 'Da-' with established names like Shaun.
- Over 2,800 boys in the United States have been given the name Dashaun since the late 20th century.