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Keshawn

Female

« Keshawn is an American male name created by combining Kevin and Shawn, gaining popularity in the 1980s-1990s, particularly among African Americans. It doesn't have a specific meaning but can be interpreted as signifying strength and kindness, potentially derived from its component names' meanings in Irish culture. »

#14473 since 1900

Meaning, origin, history

Keshawn is a unique and distinctive male given name of American origin. It is believed to have been created by combining the names Kevin and Shawn, two popular names in the United States during the late 20th century. The name Keshawn has no specific meaning associated with it as it was not derived from any particular language or culture. However, some people believe that it could be interpreted as a combination of the meanings of its component names. Kevin is said to mean "handsome" or "kind" in Irish, while Shawn is believed to mean "powerful" or "strong" in Irish. Therefore, Keshawn could potentially be seen as a name that signifies strength and kindness. The use of Keshawn began to gain popularity during the 1980s and 1990s, particularly among African American communities in the United States. It is still used today, although it is not one of the most popular male names. According to data from the Social Security Administration, Keshawn has never ranked among the top 1,000 most popular boy names in the United States. Despite its relative rarity, Keshawn remains a unique and memorable name that has been given to many individuals over the years. It is often associated with creativity and individuality, as it was created by combining two existing names rather than following a traditional naming convention.

In numbers

Popularity of the name Keshawn since 1880

Total births
342
Total since 1880
Peak year
1995
21 births
in 2007
5
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
0% →
vs previous 5 years