Tishawn

“A modern name, possibly derived from Tish and Shawn”

American origin · Unisex name

♂ 81% boys♀ 19% girls

#1397US 2023

803Births / yr

→Stable

274All-time births

📅 Since 197000

How to pronounce Tishawn

TIZH·AWN

/ˈtɪzh.ˈɔn/ · stress on TIZH · 2 syllables

“A modern name, possibly derived from Tish and Shawn”

American origin · Unisex name

What does Tishawn mean and where does it come from?

Tishawn is a contemporary name that combines the elements of Tish, an abbreviation of names like Leticia or LaTisha, and Shawn, which is of Irish origin meaning 'God is gracious'. The name has emerged in the United States in the late 20th century, reflecting the trend of creating unique names throug

Cultural significance

Tishawn has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a modern name, possibly derived from tish and shawn.

Peak popularity

Reached #6539 in 1979 — currently #1397 in the US.

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How else can you spell Tishawn?

Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive

Tishaun

Spelling variant

What middle names flow best with Tishawn?

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

Tishawn Grace

How popular is Tishawn right now?

Holding steady — currently #1397 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1970–2023#1397 · Top 1.0%

1970

1975

1990

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1397	803	▲ up 5 · +3% births
2022	#1402	783	▲ up 5 · +4% births
2021	#1407	753	▲ up 9245 · +10657% births
1990	#10652	7	▼ down 2891
1975	#7761	7	▲ up 1563 · +40% births
1970	#9324	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Tishawn

Best Year2023Rank #1397

Peak Count803

Average Rank#5324

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1970 - 20236 years

The story of Tishawn

Tishawn is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1970. With 274 total births recorded, Tishawn remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #9324 in 1970 to #1397 in 2023. Tishawn is used for both genders: 19% female and 81% male.

Names that peaked alongside Tishawn in 1979:

Jennifer Melissa Amanda Jessica Amy

Tishawn by decade

Tishawn peaked in the 1970s. See all 1970s names →

Decade	Births
1970s	40
1980s	23
1990s	91
2000s ★	92
2010s	28

💎Tishawn has only 274 total recorded births since 1970 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Tishawn?

Common

TisTiIshawn

What names sound and feel like Tishawn?

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

Rishawn

American · Variant of the

Dishawn

American · A variation of

Kishawn

American · a modern name

Mishawn

American · English

Ishawn

American · Derived from the

Trishawn

American · derived from Trisha

Nishawn

American · the one who

Tishaun

American · English

Common questions about the name Tishawn

What does the name Tishawn mean?

Tishawn means "A modern name, possibly derived from Tish and Shawn" — 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 Tishawn?

Tishawn is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Tishawn?

Tishawn 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.

How do you pronounce the name Tishawn?

Tishawn is a two-syllable name pronounced T IH1 Z HH AO1 N. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

Is Tishawn a common or rare name?

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