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Kaishawn

♂ Boy

Pronounced ky-SHAWN /kaɪˈʃɔːn/Medium

Meaning: A modern American blend joining a Kai- sound with Shawn (from John/Sean, 'God is gracious'). Rhythmic and layered; routes uncertain, which we note.Low

In 30 seconds: A rhythmic blend: Kaishawn joins a Kai- sound and Shawn ('God is gracious') (said 'ky-SHAWN'). Routes uncertain, which we note.
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Origin LowAmerican
MeaningA modern American blend joining a Kai- sound with Shawn (from John/Sean, 'God is gracious'). Rhythmic and layered; routes uncertain, which we note.
U.S. rank (2024)#11590 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births6 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2020
Total births (all-time)≈ 79

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202019952024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Kaishawn joins a Kai- start with Shawn ('God is gracious'), in the mold of many modern coined names. Its route is layered, which we note - warm and rare in the U.S. (said 'ky-SHAWN').

It appears only recently and rarely. Rare, rhythmic, and modern.

Did you know? Kaishawn weaves a Kai- sound with Shawn ('God is gracious') - a modern, rhythmic blend whose route is layered, which we note (said 'ky-SHAWN').
Overall data confidence 32%
References - Kaishawn — coinage; Kai- + Shawn; routes uncertain

Variations

KaishaunKaishonKayshawn

Nicknames

KaiShawn

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Kaishawn mean?

Kaishawn blends a Kai- sound with Shawn ('God is gracious'); the route is layered, which we note.

How do you pronounce Kaishawn?

It's said ky-SHAWN /kaɪˈʃɔːn/ - two syllables, stress on the second.

Is Kaishawn a boy or girl name?

Kaishawn is used as a boy's name.

How popular is Kaishawn?

Kaishawn is a very rare, recent name in the U.S.

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