Jayshawn

Jayshawn is a masculine name that emerged in the United States during the late 20th century, combining the popular prefix 'Jay' (which can derive from names like Jason or James) with the suffix 'shawn' (a variant of Sean/Shaun, meaning 'God is gracious').

Jayshawn peaked in popularity during the 1990s and early 2000s but remains in use today. The name carries a contemporary, rhythmic quality and represents cultural innovation in naming practices. Its unique combination gives it individuality while maintaining connections to more traditional names through its component parts.

Pronounced JAY-shawn.

As of October 2026, Jayshawn ranked #3989 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #1451 in 2010.