Wise protector and God is gracious
A modern American compound name blending the Germanic-derived Ray, meaning 'wise protector,' with the Irish-derived Shaun, a variant of John meaning 'God is gracious.' It emerged in the late 20th century as part of a creative naming trend within African American communities.
Less common today
Rayshaun isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,339 in 1994.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Professional arena football player
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