Neshawn
Neshawn is a girl baby name. Ranked #61,028 in the US, popular nicknames include Nes, Ney, and Nesie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Neshawn first appeared in US Social Security records in 1974.
Over 10 babies have been named Neshawn in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Neshawn is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #61,028 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #61,028
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
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Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
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Also a Boy Name
Neshawn is also used as a boy name, ranked #36113.
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About the Name Neshawn
Neshawn is a girl name .
Is Neshawn a boy or girl name? Neshawn is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #61,028 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #36,113. Neshawn is more commonly used as a boy name.
Neshawn is currently ranked #61,028 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Neshawn include Nes, Ney, Nesie, and Neshie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis