Keshon
Keshon is a boy's name of Contemporary origin.
Meaning
Graced by God, derived from its link to Sean and John.
Origin and history
Keshon is a modern American name created by combining the prefix 'Ke-' with the name 'Shon' (a variant of Sean or John). It gained usage in the United States during the late 20th century as part of a broader trend of invented melodic names. Today, it remains a relatively rare choice for baby boys.
Popularity in the United States
1,240 babies in the United States have been named Keshon since 1880. It ranks #3458 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1866.
States where it is most popular
- IL (17.1 %)
- GA (15.4 %)
- TX (11.6 %)
- NC (11.3 %)
- FL (9.9 %)
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 | 17 |
| 1980-1990 | 25 |
| 1990-2000 | 350 |
| 2000-2010 | 623 |
| 2010-2019 | 164 |
| 2020-2029 | 61 |
Fun facts
- Keshon developed in the United States as a combination of the popular prefix Ke- and the name Shon.
- Over 1,200 boys in the United States have been given the name Keshon since the late 20th century.