NAME PROFILE
Deshawn
Deshawn is a modern American name that blends the prefix 'De-' with 'Shawn,' which means 'God is gracious.' It conveys a sense of strength and individuality, often associated with creative and dynamic personalities.
Key Stats
| Total births | 17,257 |
| Gender | Male (80% / 20%) |
| Peak year | 1994 |
| Peak generation | Millennial |
| First recorded | 1968 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
MI — 22%CA — 22%NY — 19%OH — 19%IL — 19%
Notable People
Deshawn Stevenson (Professional basketball player, NBA champion) · Deshawn Watson (Professional football player, NFL quarterback) · Deshawn Shead (American football player) · Deshawn Thomas (Professional basketball player) · Deshawn Harrison (Rapper and musician)
Nicknames & Diminutives
DShawn
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