Dshawn: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: dsh-ahwn
Origin: United States
gender-male

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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: North America
Meaning: God is gracious

The name Deshawn is a unique and culturally significant name that has evolved over time. Originating from the African American community, Deshawn is a combination of the prefix 'De-'and the name Shawn, which is anglicized form of Sean, derived from the Irish name Dshawn (a variant of John). The name means "God is gracious" and has been popularized through various cultural influences. Initially, it was used as a modern invention to blend different cultural elements, reflecting the diverse background of the African American community.

Dshawn Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Dshawn is currently #16030 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Dshawn is currently #6892 on Kiindred Boy Names

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