Modern combination of the prefix 'Da-' and the name 'Shaun'
Daishaun is an American invented name, likely created by combining the popular prefix 'Da-' with the name Shaun, which is an Irish form of John. As a derivative of John, it carries the ultimate meaning of 'God is gracious'. It emerged as part of a naming trend in the late 20th century within African American communities.
Fewer than 5 boys were named Daishaun in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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