Raishaun is a unique and distinctive given name of African-American origin, derived from a combination of two names: Raheem and Isaiah. It means 'highly compassionate' when translated literally, reflecting the positive qualities often associated with its components. The name Raishaun gained popularity in the United States during the 1980s and has since been embraced by families seeking a distinctive yet meaningful name for their children.
"Raishaun saw its peak popularity in the late nineties and early two thousands with six births recorded each in 1996 and 2000. The name's usage then dipped slightly but remained consistent, with five births each in 2006 and 2009. In total, there were twenty-two babies named Raishaun over this span."