UK boy's name
Neshawn
An invented name possibly a blend of the English words "new" and "shawn".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2017. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Neshawn is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Neshawn popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2017 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4812, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2017, with 3 births.
This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2017 to 2017. 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.
Neshawn is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Neshawn. 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 2018 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Neshawn ranked #4812 for boys in England and Wales in 2017, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2017, when 3 boys were registered as Neshawn.
- • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Neshawn as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4812
2017
Births in 2017
3
Latest year
Peak year
2017
3 births
Estimated living
3
2026
Meaning
What does Neshawn mean?
The name Neshawn has its origins in the Gaelic language spoken in Ireland and Scotland. It is derived from the old Irish word "nesa" meaning "close" or "near", combined with the suffix "-awn" which denotes a person or place. This suggests that the name Neshawn originally referred to someone who lived close by or in a nearby area.
In ancient Irish mythology, there are references to a figure named "Neshawn the Wise", who was said to be a druid or wise man revered for his knowledge and counsel. However, the historical accuracy of this figure is unclear, as many myths and legends from that era were passed down orally before being written down centuries later.
The earliest recorded examples of the name Neshawn date back to the 9th century AD, appearing in various Irish monastic records and annals. One notable bearer of the name was Neshawn of Kildare, a monk and scribe who lived in the late 9th century and is credited with transcribing several important religious texts and chronicles.
In the 12th century, a Neshawn O'Donnell was a prominent chieftain and warrior in the northern part of Ireland. He played a key role in defending his clan's territory against invading Norman forces, and is mentioned in several contemporary accounts of the Norman conquest of Ireland.
Another noteworthy figure with the name Neshawn was Neshawn MacLeod, a 16th century Scottish poet and bard from the Isle of Skye. His collection of poems and songs, known as the "Book of Neshawn", is considered an important work in the preservation of Scottish Gaelic literature and culture.
In the 17th century, Neshawn O'Brien was an Irish soldier and mercenary who fought in the Thirty Years' War in Europe. He rose to the rank of colonel in the French army and was known for his bravery and skill in battle.
While the name Neshawn has deep historical roots in Irish and Scottish cultures, it has become relatively uncommon in modern times, particularly outside of those regions. However, it remains a unique and intriguing name with a rich cultural heritage.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Neshawn by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Neshawn 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 | #4812 | 3 | 1 |
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FAQ
Neshawn: questions and answers
How popular is the name Neshawn in the UK right now?
In 2017, Neshawn was ranked #4812 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Neshawn most popular?
The peak year on record was 2017, with 3 babies registered as Neshawn in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Neshawn?
An invented name possibly a blend of the English words "new" and "shawn".
How many people are called Neshawn in the UK?
A total of 3 babies have been registered as Neshawn across the 1 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.