Find out how popular the first name Keyshawn has been for the last 41 years (from 1983 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Keyshawn by gender

Based on the last 41 years of data, Keyshawn is more commonly used as a male name, with approximately 99% of people named Keyshawn being male.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 32 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Keyshawn.

The history of the first name Keyshawn

The name Keyshawn is a modern African-American name that originated in the late 20th century. It is a combination of the English words "key" and "shawn," which means "gift" or "blessing" in English. The name is not derived from any specific language or culture, but rather was created by African-American parents as a unique and meaningful name for their children.

There are no known historical references or ancient texts that mention the name Keyshawn, as it is a relatively new name that emerged in the United States in the latter half of the 20th century. The earliest recorded examples of the name date back to the 1970s and 1980s, when it began to gain popularity among African-American families.

One of the most famous people with the name Keyshawn is Keyshawn Johnson, an American former professional football player who played wide receiver in the National Football League (NFL) from 1996 to 2006. He was born on July 22, 1972, and played for teams such as the New York Jets, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and Dallas Cowboys.

Another notable person named Keyshawn is Keyshawn Whitehorse, a Native American actress and filmmaker from the Navajo Nation. She was born in 1976 and is known for her roles in films such as "Smoke Signals" and "Skins."

Keyshawn Bryant is an American professional basketball player who currently plays for the Philadelphia 76ers in the NBA. He was born on May 27, 1999, and played college basketball for the University of South Carolina before being drafted in 2021.

Keyshawn Davis is an American professional boxer who competes in the lightweight division. He was born on January 20, 1999, and represented the United States at the 2020 Summer Olympics in Tokyo, where he won a silver medal.

Keyshawn Parnell is a former American football defensive back who played in the NFL from 2004 to 2006. He was born on August 16, 1981, and attended the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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