Combination of the prefix Da- and the name Shaun
Daeshaun is a modern American invention, likely created by combining the popular prefix 'Da-' with Shaun, a phonetic spelling of the Irish name Seán. As Seán is the Irish form of John, the name ultimately carries the meaning 'God is gracious'. It emerged in the late 20th century as part of a trend of creating unique rhythmic names within African American communities.
Less common today
Daeshaun isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,938 in 2004.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
American college football player
