Keishawn is of African origin, derived from the Swahili name Kiswani, which means 'born in Swahili'. It gained popularity in the United States during the 1990s and early 2000s. The name Keishawn is often associated with the American musician, KeShawn, who rose to prominence in the late 2000s.
The name Keishawn saw a peak in popularity around the late 1990s and early 2000s, with a significant spike in births from 1996 to 2004, totaling over 500 babies named Keishawn during this period. However, its popularity has since declined, with fewer than 30 births per year since 2007. As of 2023, the name Keishawn has been given to a total of 761 children.