Jashawn
Jashawn is a boy's name of Contemporary origin.
Meaning
Combination of the prefix Ja- and Shawn, meaning 'God is gracious'.
Origin and history
Jashawn is a modern American name created by combining the popular name prefix 'Ja-' with Shawn. Shawn itself derives from Sean, an Irish form of John, meaning 'God is gracious'. In the United States, it emerged in the late 20th century as a distinctive contemporary choice.
Popularity in the United States
2,328 babies in the United States have been named Jashawn since 1880. It ranks #2683 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1748.
States where it is most popular
- OH (13.9 %)
- NC (11.3 %)
- IL (10.5 %)
- FL (9.7 %)
- NY (9.1 %)
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 | 7 |
| 1980-1990 | 64 |
| 1990-2000 | 392 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,111 |
| 2010-2019 | 575 |
| 2020-2029 | 179 |
Nicknames
Jay, Shawn
Fun facts
- Jashawn was created in the United States during the late 20th century by blending the popular 'Ja-' prefix with the traditional name Shawn.