Rayshon
Rayshon is a boy's name of Contemporary origin.
Meaning
Grace or gift, derived from its elements Ray and Shawn (Sean).
Origin and history
Rayshon is a modern American name created by combining the prefix Ray- with the popular name suffix -shon (a variant of Shawn/Sean). It emerged in the United States in the late 20th century alongside similar modern invented names. It remains a relatively rare choice for boys in the U.S.
Popularity in the United States
806 babies in the United States have been named Rayshon since 1880. It ranks #3870 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1888.
States where it is most popular
- OH (44.4 %)
- NJ (37 %)
- TX (18.5 %)
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 | 95 |
| 1980-1990 | 132 |
| 1990-2000 | 223 |
| 2000-2010 | 212 |
| 2010-2019 | 105 |
| 2020-2029 | 39 |
Fun facts
- Rayshon developed as part of a late-20th-century American trend of blending classic name elements like Ray with rhythmic suffixes.
- Over 800 boys have been named Rayshon in the United States since 1880.