Rayshawn
Rayshawn is a boy's name of Contemporary origin.
Meaning
Combination of Ray (beam of light or wise protector) and Shawn (God is gracious).
Origin and history
Rayshawn is a modern American invented name, blending the prefix Ray- with the name Shawn. It emerged in the late 20th century alongside similar invented compound names. In the United States, it sees moderate, steady usage as a distinctive given name.
Popularity in the United States
4,004 babies in the United States have been named Rayshawn since 1880. It ranks #1997 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1695.
States where it is most popular
- OH (28.5 %)
- NY (19.3 %)
- CA (12.1 %)
- MI (10.4 %)
- IL (7.7 %)
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 | 5 |
| 1970-1980 | 231 |
| 1980-1990 | 657 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,182 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,029 |
| 2010-2019 | 668 |
| 2020-2029 | 232 |
Famous people named Rayshawn
- Rayshawn Jenkins: Athlete, Football player
Nicknames
Ray, Shawn
Fun facts
- Rayshawn was created by combining the classic English element Ray with the Irish-derived Shawn.
- The name gained traction in the United States during the latter half of the 20th century along with similar Ray- prefixed names.