Rayshun
ray-SHUN
Rayshun is a boy’s name of African origin, meaning “A modern American given name, possibly a variation of Rashon, which itself is an elaboration of Jason or Rashad, with Arabic roots.”, and peaked in popularity in 1994.
What Rayshun Means
“A modern American given name, possibly a variation of Rashon, which itself is an elaboration of Jason or Rashad, with Arabic roots.”
The Story of Rayshun
This name emerged in the 1970s, a dynamic pulse in American naming trends, echoing a spirit of bold beginnings.
Rayshun, first recorded in 1976, is a modern American given name. It is possibly a fluid variation of Rashon, itself an elaboration of Jason or Rashad, carrying echoes of Arabic roots and a vibrant African-American tradition.
This is a name for your son who you see stepping into the world with an outgoing spirit. He will be the one who meets new people with a smile, whose dynamic energy draws others in.
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Peak Year
#15 in 1994
Total Births
352
First Recorded
1976
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