Origin and Meaning of Jashawn
Meaning & Origin
God is gracious
Origin: American English - Jashawn is a modern American name, likely a blend of the names 'Ja' (which can denote a connection to God in names such as 'Jamal' or 'Jasmine') and 'Shawn' (Irish origin, meaning 'God is gracious').
Interesting Facts
- Jashawn is considered a contemporary name that emerged in the late 20th century and is primarily used in the United States.
- It represents a trend in American naming practices where unique names are created through combinations of existing names.
- While not widely known globally, Jashawn may be borne by various individuals in American pop culture and sports.
- Popularity for Jashawn has fluctuated but peaked in the early 2000s, often associated with African American naming conventions.
- Variations of the name include Jashaun, Jashan, and variations of 'Shawn' or 'Sean' combined with other prefixes.