Marshawn
Marshawn is a boy's name of Contemporary origin.
Meaning
Combination of the prefix Mar- and Shawn (God is gracious).
Origin and history
Marshawn is a modern American name created by combining the prefix Mar- with the name Shawn. It gained notable public prominence in the early 21st century through famous sports figures. In the United States, it remains a distinctive choice primarily given to boys.
Popularity in the United States
2,674 babies in the United States have been named Marshawn since 1880. It ranks #2508 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1604.
States where it is most popular
- IL (43.2 %)
- CA (20.7 %)
- OH (15.8 %)
- MI (8.6 %)
- FL (2 %)
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 | 90 |
| 1980-1990 | 188 |
| 1990-2000 | 481 |
| 2000-2010 | 721 |
| 2010-2019 | 871 |
| 2020-2029 | 323 |
Famous people named Marshawn
- Marshawn Lynch: Athlete, Football Player
Fun facts
- Marshawn developed in the late 20th century as part of an American trend blending traditional names with creative prefixes.
- The name gained significant widespread recognition through star NFL running back Marshawn Lynch.