Dashaun vs Shavada

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Shavada

Girl #58,764 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"invented name with graceful, flowing sound"

Origin: African American

Cultural Roots

African American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#58,764
Total SSA Count
5
Syllables
3
Nicknames
Shava, Vada

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Popularity Comparison

Dashaun Rank #4,834
Shavada Rank #58,764

Dashaun is more popular, ranked #4834 vs #58764 for Shavada.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Dashaun ___

  • Dashaun Marcus
  • Dashaun Lamar
  • Dashaun Andre
  • Dashaun Lee
  • Dashaun James
  • Dashaun Ray

Shavada ___

  • Shavada Marie
  • Shavada Nicole
  • Shavada Renee
  • Shavada Simone
  • Shavada Joy

Sibling Name Ideas

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If you choose Dashaun

DeJon Darius Jamila Destiny Tyrese

If you choose Shavada

Tamika Kezia Deshawn Marquise

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dashaun or Shavada more popular?

Dashaun is more popular, ranked #4834 compared to Shavada at #58764 in the United States.

What do Dashaun and Shavada mean?

Dashaun means "God is gracious" (Hebrew via Irish origin). Shavada means "invented name with graceful, flowing sound" (African American origin).

Are Dashaun and Shavada boy or girl names?

Dashaun is primarily a boy name. Shavada is primarily a girl name.

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