The baby name Deshawn is a boy name, 2 syllables long and is pronounced "duh-SHAWN".
Deshawn is a name of American origin that is commonly given to boys. The name is a combination of two names, "De" and "Shawn". "De" is a prefix that means "of" or "from" in French, while "Shawn" is a variant of the name "Sean", which means "God is gracious" in Irish. Therefore, the name Deshawn can be interpreted to mean "from God's graciousness" or "of God's grace".
The name Deshawn has been in use since the 1970s and gained popularity in the 1990s. It is commonly used in African American communities in the United States. The name has been used by several notable individuals, including Deshawn Stevenson, an American former professional basketball player, and Deshawn Snow, an American television personality.
The pronunciation of Deshawn is "duh-SHAWN". The name is composed of two syllables, with the emphasis on the second syllable. The name is often spelled in different ways, including DeShawn, DeShaun, and DeSean. The name is a popular choice for parents who are looking for a unique and modern name for their baby boy.