Meaning, origin, history
Keyshawn is a name of African American origin, derived from the African name Keshon or Keshan. It means "gracious" in African dialects.
The name Keyshawn was popularized by American football player Keyshawn Johnson, who was born on October 21, 1972, and played wide receiver for several teams in the National Football League (NFL). He is considered one of the greatest wide receivers in NFL history and won a Super Bowl championship with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 2002.
Before Keyshawn Johnson's rise to fame, the name was relatively uncommon. However, following his successful career in professional football, the popularity of the name Keyshawn has grown significantly. According to data from the Social Security Administration in the United States, the name Keyshawn has consistently ranked among the top 1000 boys' names since the late 1990s.
In recent years, celebrities such as rapper and singer Keyshia Cole have also contributed to the increasing popularity of the name Keyshawn. Today, it is widely recognized as a strong and unique African American male name with a rich history and cultural significance.
In numbers
Popularity of the name Keyshawn since 1880
Total births
24
Total since 1880
Peak year
1998
7 births
in 1999
6
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
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