Kashawn is an American given name of African origin. It was created by combining two popular African names: Kasha and Shawn. The name Kasha means "to shine" in Swahili, while Shawn is derived from the Irish name Séarlas, which translates to "majestic chief". Thus, Kashawn can be interpreted as meaning "to shine brightly like a majestic chief".
The name first gained popularity in the United States during the late 1980s and early 1990s. It was particularly popular among African American families looking for unique and meaningful names for their children. Today, Kashawn is still considered an unusual but attractive choice for parents seeking a distinctive name with deep cultural roots.
In literature and pop culture, there are no significant characters named Kashawn that have contributed to its widespread recognition or usage. However, it remains a beloved and meaningful name among those who choose to give their children this special moniker.
Overall, the name Kashawn is unique yet significant, combining powerful meanings from African cultures while maintaining a modern sound suitable for contemporary times.
Here are some interesting statistics about the name Kashawn:
In the United States, there were six babies named Kashawn in 1973. The popularity of this name continued to fluctuate over the years. In 1976 and again in 1985, five babies each year were given the name Kashawn.
The peak years for this name's usage were in 1978 and 1981 with nine and eight births respectively. Since then, the popularity of the name has consistently remained below ten births per year.
In recent years, from 1992 to 1996, the number of babies named Kashawn stayed at five each year. Overall, between 1973 and 1996, a total of seventy-eight babies were named Kashawn in the United States.