Kashawn is a unique and distinctive given name of American origin. It is derived from the African-American tradition of combining names, typically consisting of two parts: 'Ka' (which often signifies 'keeper') and 'Shawn' (an anglicized form of Sean, meaning 'God is gracious'). This naming style gained popularity during the 1970s and 1980s among African-American communities. As a result, Kashawn has become a name that carries a distinct cultural heritage and is often associated with diversity and inclusivity.
The name Kashawn experienced some popularity fluctuations from the mid-70s to the late 90s with a total of 78 babies given this name during that period. The highest peaks occurred between 1978 and 1982, with 9, 7, 8, and 6 births respectively, before tapering off to consistent low numbers ranging from 5 to 6 births annually until the late 90s.