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Origin: African

Meaning: Who is like God

Dashawn is typically a masculine name of African and American origin, meaning “who is like God.” It is a variant of the Irish name Shawn which is originally spelled, Sean. Shawn dates back to biblical times and means “God is gracious.” Nowadays, the name has been made popular by famous Canadian singer Shawn Mendes, who is known for his soulful voice and hit pop songs. A name like Dashawn may encourage baby to embrace their inner pop star and take on a “There’s Nothing Holdin’ Me Back” mindset.