Lashaw is a distinctive and unique given name of African American origin, derived from the Arabic name 'Lasha', which means 'night beauty'. It gained popularity during the mid to late 20th century as an independent given name, rather than being used solely as a diminutive for longer names like Lashell or Lashawn. This name is often associated with African American culture and has been carried by notable individuals such as Lashawnda Jones, a renowned track and field athlete, and Lashawnda Borders, an American soccer player.
Lashaw is a rare and unique name, with only five babies born each year with this name between the years of 1973 and present day according to U.S. statistics. This low occurrence rate makes Lashaw an uncommon name in America. Despite its rarity, there are still five individuals who share this distinctive name, creating a sense of exclusivity among those who bear it.