Dishawn: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: d-eesh-ahwn
Origin: United States
gender-male

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Updated on Jul 01, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: North America
Meaning: Old

The name Dishawn is a variant of the name Shawn, which is derived from the Gaelic name Seán, meaning "old" or "wise. " It is an Americanized form of the name and has gained popularity in the United States. The use of the name Dishawn has increased in recent decades, particularly in the African American community, where it is often used as a shortened form of names like Dishawn or D'Shawn. The name is important because it reflects the cultural diversity and creativity in naming practices in the United States.

Dishawn Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Dishawn is currently #39778 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Dishawn is currently #16977 on Kiindred Boy Names

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Source: Social Security Administration

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