Treshaun first name popularity, history and meaning

Find out how popular the first name Treshaun has been for the last 33 years (from 1992 to 2024) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Meaning of Treshaun

An uncommon masculine name of uncertain meaning, possibly derived from French.

Popularity of Treshaun by gender

Based on the last 33 years of data, Treshaun is more commonly used as a male name, with approximately 99% of people named Treshaun being male.

For the most recent data in 2024, there were 13 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Treshaun.

Year Male Count Female Count
2024 13 0
2023 14 0
2022 11 0
2021 8 0
2020 16 0
2019 15 0
2018 14 0
2017 17 0
2016 10 0
2015 19 0
2014 26 0
2013 26 0
2012 27 0
2011 29 0
2010 37 0
2009 41 0
2008 35 0
2007 54 0
2006 63 0
2005 39 0
2004 27 0
2003 40 0
2002 37 0
2001 37 0
2000 32 0
1999 36 0
1998 26 0
1997 31 0
1996 21 0
1995 18 0
1994 23 0
1993 16 5
1992 10 0

The history of the first name Treshaun

The name Treshaun is a relatively modern English given name with unclear origins. It appears to be a combination of the prefix "Tre-" and the suffix "-shaun," both of which have roots in various languages and cultures.

The prefix "Tre-" can be traced back to the Latin word "tres," meaning "three." This prefix has been used in English names like Trevor, Tristan, and Trent. It's possible that the "Tre-" in Treshaun was influenced by this Latin root, although the connection is speculative.

The suffix "-shaun" is likely derived from the Irish name Seán, which is the Irish form of the name John. This name has its origins in the Hebrew name Yohanan, meaning "Yahweh is gracious." The spelling "-shaun" is an anglicized version of the Irish name.

While the name Treshaun does not appear to have any direct historical references or appearances in ancient texts or religious scriptures, its components have been used in various names throughout history.

One of the earliest recorded individuals with a similar name is Tresilian, an English surname dating back to the 14th century. This name is believed to be derived from the place name Tresilian in Cornwall, England.

Another individual with a similar name is Tristan, a character from Arthurian legend. The name Tristan is derived from the Brythonic Celtic name Drust or Drustán, meaning "noise" or "tumult." The legend of Tristan and Iseult dates back to the 12th century and is found in various medieval works.

In the 16th century, there was a Spanish explorer named Tristán de Luna y Arellano, who led an unsuccessful expedition to establish a colony in what is now Alabama in 1559.

In the 19th century, there was an Irish poet named John Boyle O'Reilly, whose full name was John Boyle O'Reilly Treshaun. He was born in 1844 and is known for his work advocating for Irish independence.

Another notable figure with a similar name is Tressilian Nicholas, an English actor born in 1905. He appeared in various films and television shows throughout the mid-20th century.

While the name Treshaun itself may be relatively new, its components have been used in various names and cultures throughout history, reflecting a blend of linguistic influences from Latin, Irish, and English.

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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