A modern combination of Tay and Shaun
Tayshaun is a contemporary American invention, likely created by blending the prefix 'Tay' with the name 'Shaun'. Shaun is an Anglicized form of the Irish Seán, which ultimately derives from the Hebrew name Yochanan, meaning 'God is gracious'.
About 7 boys were named Tayshaun in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
NBA champion and Olympic gold medalist