Marshaun
A modern and unique name, possibly a variation of Marshawn or Marshan.
Name Census estimates that about 909 living Americans carry the first name Marshaun. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Marshaun today is around 21 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Marshaun births was 2009 (51 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Marshaun. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
909
~ 1 in 377,067 Americans
Peak year
2009
51 babies that year
Average age
21
years old
2024 SSA rank
#7,075
Tracked since 1970
Popularity
Marshaun: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Marshaun from the 1970s through to the 2020s, spanning 6 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2000s, with 312 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 2000s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Marshaun by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Marshaun during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Marshauns live
The SSA's state-level files cover 3 states and territories. Illinois, Ohio, California recorded the most babies named Marshaun, while California, Ohio, Illinois recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 74 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Marshaun
The name Marshaun has its origins in the Arabic language and culture. It is a combination of two words, "marsh" meaning "guide" or "leader," and "aun" meaning "helper" or "protector." This suggests that the name was initially given to individuals who were seen as guides, leaders, or protectors within their community.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Marshaun can be traced back to the 12th century, when it was mentioned in a collection of Arabic poems. During this time, the name was primarily used in the Middle Eastern region, particularly in areas that are now part of modern-day Saudi Arabia, Iraq, and Syria.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Marshaun. One of the most prominent was Marshaun ibn Ali, a renowned Islamic scholar and poet who lived in the 9th century. He was known for his contributions to the field of Arabic literature and his works are still studied and appreciated today.
Another figure of note was Marshaun al-Khwarizmi, a mathematician and astronomer who lived in the 9th century. He is credited with introducing the concept of algebra and is considered one of the most influential figures in the development of modern mathematics.
In the 14th century, Marshaun al-Hafiz was a prominent Islamic jurist and scholar who played a significant role in the interpretation and application of Sharia law. His legal rulings and writings were widely respected and continue to be referenced by scholars and legal experts.
The name Marshaun also appears in historical records from the Ottoman Empire. Marshaun Pasha was a prominent military commander who served under Sultan Suleiman the Magnificent in the 16th century. He was known for his strategic military campaigns and his dedication to expanding the Ottoman Empire's territories.
Another notable figure with the name Marshaun was a 17th-century Persian poet and philosopher known as Marshaun al-Rumi. His works explored themes of spirituality, love, and the human condition, and he is regarded as one of the most influential poets of his time.
While the name Marshaun has its roots in the Arabic language and culture, it has been adopted and adapted by various communities around the world. However, its historical significance and the prominent individuals who have borne this name continue to shape its cultural and linguistic legacy.
People
Marshaun + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Marshaun as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with M
Other first names starting with M with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Marshaun: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Marshaun?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 909 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Marshaun going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 377,067 US residents.
Is Marshaun a common name?
We classify Marshaun as "Very Rare". It ranks above 89.5% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 925 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Marshaun most popular?
The single biggest year for Marshaun was 2009, when 51 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Marshaun is about 21 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Marshaun a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Marshaun in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.