UK boy's name
Keshawn
An English / Unknown origin name possibly meaning "brave guardian" or "guardian scholar".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2011. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Keshawn is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Keshawn popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2011 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4647, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2009, with 6 births.
This profile covers 9 England and Wales registrations across 2 recorded years from 2009 to 2011. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 50% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 9 living people in the UK are called Keshawn. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2012 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Keshawn ranked #4647 for boys in England and Wales in 2011, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2009, when 6 boys were registered as Keshawn.
- • About 9 living people in the UK are estimated to have Keshawn as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4647
2011
Births in 2011
3
Latest year
Peak year
2009
6 births
Estimated living
9
2026
Meaning
What does Keshawn mean?
The name Keshawn has its origins in the African-American community, emerging in the late 20th century. It is a blend of the names Ke'shon and Shawn, with potential influences from other names like Keyon and Deshawn. The first part, "Ke," is derived from the prefix "Ke-" or "Ki-," which has roots in various African languages and can signify concepts like "the born one" or "the child."
While the name itself is relatively modern, its components may have ties to older African naming traditions. However, there are no clear historical references or records of the name Keshawn appearing in ancient texts, religious scriptures, or historical documents prior to the 20th century.
The earliest documented examples of the name Keshawn can be traced back to the late 1970s and early 1980s in the United States, coinciding with the rise of unique and blended names within the African-American community. As the name grew in popularity, it gained recognition and usage among various cultural groups.
Over the years, several notable individuals have borne the name Keshawn. One of the earliest recorded instances is Keshawn Young (born 1983), an American football player who played for several teams in the National Football League (NFL) from 2006 to 2012. Another prominent figure is Keshawn Martin (born 1990), an American professional basketball player who has played in various leagues, including the NBA G League and overseas.
Keshawn Bryant (born 1992) is an American track and field athlete who specializes in the long jump and has represented the United States in international competitions. Keshawn Huff (born 1996) is an American professional basketball player who currently plays for the Lakeland Magic in the NBA G League.
Additionally, Keshawn Burks (born 2000) is a rising talent in American football, playing as a wide receiver for the University of Southern California. He was a highly recruited high school prospect and is considered a promising prospect for the future.
These individuals, spanning various fields such as sports, entertainment, and academia, have contributed to the visibility and recognition of the name Keshawn across different communities and generations.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Keshawn over time
The chart below shows babies named Keshawn registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2009 to 2011. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Keshawn, the clearest high point is 2009. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2011, compared with 6 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Keshawn by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Keshawn was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | #4647 | 3 | 1 |
| 2000s | #2837 | 6 | 1 |
Related
Names similar to Keshawn
- Kieran 30,429
- Kyle 28,463
- Kai 24,432
- Kian 17,666
- Kayden 8,305
- Kevin 7,927
- Kane 7,149
- Kaiden 5,762
- Kieron 4,547
- Kacper 4,366
- Kye 4,012
- Kit 3,529
FAQ
Keshawn: questions and answers
How popular is the name Keshawn in the UK right now?
In 2011, Keshawn was ranked #4647 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Keshawn most popular?
The peak year on record was 2009, with 6 babies registered as Keshawn in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Keshawn?
An English / Unknown origin name possibly meaning "brave guardian" or "guardian scholar".
How many people are called Keshawn in the UK?
A total of 9 babies have been registered as Keshawn across the 2 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.