Deshun
Deshun is a boy's name of Contemporary origin.
Meaning
Of modern creation, combining the prefix 'De-' with elements from names like Shun or Shawn.
Origin and history
Deshun is a modern African American name created by combining the popular prefix 'De-' with the name element 'Shun'. It emerged in the United States in the late 20th century as part of an inventive naming movement. Today, it remains a distinctive choice given to a small number of boys each year.
Popularity in the United States
1,314 babies in the United States have been named Deshun since 1880. It ranks #3392 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1831.
States where it is most popular
- TN (28.4 %)
- TX (25 %)
- GA (19.4 %)
- MS (12.9 %)
- IL (7 %)
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 | 7 |
| 1970-1980 | 130 |
| 1980-1990 | 173 |
| 1990-2000 | 376 |
| 2000-2010 | 328 |
| 2010-2019 | 204 |
| 2020-2029 | 96 |
Fun facts
- Deshun developed during the late 20th century as part of the creative tradition of African American name construction.
- The name has maintained a modest presence in US birth records since the 1970s.