Keyshaun

“a modern American name likely derived from the name Keyshawn, symbolizing a variation of keys and sound.”

American origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#11580US 2023

6Births / yr

↑Rising

675All-time births

📅 Since 199600

What does Keyshaun mean and where does it come from?

Keyshaun is a relatively modern name predominantly used in the United States. It is closely linked to the name Keyshawn, which gained popularity in the late 20th century. The name is often considered to reflect modern African American naming practices, and notable individuals named Keyshawn include

Cultural significance

Keyshaun has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a modern american name likely derived from the name keyshawn, symbolizing a variation of keys and sound..

Peak popularity

Reached #1941 in 2000 — currently #11580 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Keyshaun?

Keyshaun works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Keyshaun Grace

How popular is Keyshaun right now?

Rising fast — up 1811 spots — currently #11580 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2000–2023#11580 · Top 8.5%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#11580	6	▲ up 1811 · +20% births
2022	#13391	5	▼ down 3099 · -29% births
2021	#10292	7	▲ up 866 · +17% births
2020	#11158	6	▼ down 1039 · -14% births
2015	#10119	7	▼ down 5913 · -71% births
2010	#4206	24	▼ down 1682 · -47% births
2005	#2524	45	▼ down 583 · -17% births
2000	#1941	54	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Keyshaun

Best Year2000Rank #1941

Peak Count54

Average Rank#8151

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range2000 - 20238 years

The story of Keyshaun

Keyshaun is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1996. With 675 total births recorded, Keyshaun remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #1941 in 2000, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #11580 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Keyshaun in 2000:

Jacob Michael Matthew Joshua Christopher

Keyshaun by decade

Keyshaun peaked in the 2000s. See all 2000s names →

Decade	Births
1990s	128
2000s ★	422
2010s	119
2020s	6

💎Keyshaun has only 675 total recorded births since 1996 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Keyshaun?

Common

KeyKeEyshaun

What names sound and feel like Keyshaun?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Keyshaun also consider these

Kenshaun

American · brave

Keishaun

American · God is gracious

Keeshaun

American · A blend of

Keyshun

American · a creative and

Keyaun

American · Irish

Deyshaun

American · a modern coined

Keshaun

English · Pure, chief

Kayshaun

American · son of the

Common questions about the name Keyshaun

What does the name Keyshaun mean?

Keyshaun means "a modern American name likely derived from the name Keyshawn, symbolizing a variation of keys and sound." — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Keyshaun?

Keyshaun is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Keyshaun have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Keyshaun?

Keyshaun originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Keyshaun trending right now?

Keyshaun is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Keyshaun a common or rare name?

Keyshaun is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.