Kashawn
Kashawn is a boy's name of Contemporary origin.
Meaning
Combination of the prefix Ka- and Shawn, meaning 'God is gracious'.
Origin and history
Kashawn is a modern American name created by combining the popular prefix Ka- with the name Shawn. It gained usage in the late 20th century in the United States, following a broader trend of inventive name construction. While still uncommon, it maintains steady usage across the country.
Popularity in the United States
1,111 babies in the United States have been named Kashawn since 1880. It ranks #3580 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1852.
States where it is most popular
- NY (87.6 %)
- NJ (3.9 %)
- VA (2 %)
- IL (1.6 %)
- NC (1.6 %)
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 | 11 |
| 1980-1990 | 108 |
| 1990-2000 | 369 |
| 2000-2010 | 346 |
| 2010-2019 | 202 |
| 2020-2029 | 75 |
Fun facts
- Kashawn emerged in the late 20th century as part of the American trend of blending classic name elements like Shawn with novel prefixes.