Tayshawn
Tayshawn is a boy's name of Contemporary origin.
Meaning
Combination of Tay and Shawn, meaning God is gracious.
Origin and history
Tayshawn is a modern American name created by combining the popular prefix Tay- with the established name Shawn. It emerged in the late 20th century alongside similar invented names ending in -shawn. It remains a relatively rare choice for boys in the United States.
Popularity in the United States
1,325 babies in the United States have been named Tayshawn since 1880. It ranks #3381 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1834.
States where it is most popular
- MI (29.3 %)
- OH (11.2 %)
- FL (9.3 %)
- TX (8.1 %)
- NY (7.8 %)
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 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 100 |
| 2000-2010 | 822 |
| 2010-2019 | 310 |
| 2020-2029 | 93 |
Famous people named Tayshawn
- Tayshawn Taylor: Athlete, Football Player
Fun facts
- Tayshawn was created by blending the popular modern prefix Tay- with the traditional Irish name Shawn.
- The name gained visibility during the 1990s alongside other rhythmic, multi-syllable male names ending in -shawn.