Deshawna

American variation of Shawna

Deshawna Origin and Meaning

The name Deshawna is a girl's name.

Deshawna appears to be a compound name combining the prefix 'De-' with 'Shawna,' a feminine form of Shaun/Sean (itself derived from John, meaning 'God is gracious'). The 'De-' prefix has been used in various modern names and may derive from French or Latin origins meaning 'of' or 'from.' Alternatively, it could simply be a phonetic prefix chosen for its pleasing sound. The name emerged in the United States primarily in the 1970s and 1980s, gaining moderate popularity through the 1990s. Deshawna represents contemporary naming innovations that combine established name elements to create something distinctive. The name has a rhythmic quality with emphasis typically falling on the second syllable.