Daesean, of Korean origin, is a unique and striking given name for boys. It consists of two components: 'dae', meaning 'big' or 'great', and 'sean', which is derived from the Irish name John, signifying 'God is gracious'. Thus, Daesean can be interpreted as 'big like John' or 'greatly graced by God'. The phonetic pronunciation of this name is DAY-see-an. With its blend of Korean and Celtic roots, Daesean offers a distinctive sound that stands out while also being accessible in various cultural contexts.
The name Daesean has seen varying popularity over the years, with a notable spike in usage between 2002 and 2004, during which time it was among the most popular names for newborn boys. However, its popularity declined significantly thereafter, with fewer than 15 births per year recorded from 2006 onwards. The name experienced a brief resurgence in 2009 but has since returned to low usage levels. Overall, Daesean has been a relatively uncommon boy's name throughout the period studied, with a total of 247 babies given this name between 1992 and 2019.