Teshon
A boy's name of Irish origin with 50 recorded U.S. births.
Meaning & Origin
Teshon is a two-syllable boy's name with a solid, balanced sound — a versatile ending found across many naming traditions. With only 50 recorded U.S. births, it is exceptionally rare — the kind of name most people encounter for the first time when they meet your child.
Teshon is not in the current top 1,000 boy names nationally, making it an uncommon choice — though your state or community may differ.
Teshon is a boy's baby name, a creative American name combining the Te- prefix with -shon, echoing the Irish name Seán (meaning 'God is gracious') in its many American spellings (Shawn, Shaun, Sean). The Te- prefix is a common element in African American naming traditions.
Teshon has a crisp, confident two-syllable sound — energetic and easy to say, with the Irish-derived -shon ending giving it a familiar warmth even in its invented form.
EtymologyShow more
Teshon is cataloged under the Irish naming tradition. Celtic names carry the echoes of ancient insular traditions, often drawing from nature, warfare, and mythology.
In the U.S., Teshon has been recorded as a boy's name since 1994, with 50 total births. Browse the Irish names hub on this site to explore the broader family.
At a Glance
Popularity Over Time
Teshon has 9+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 1994.
Popularity by Decade
| Decade | Births | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 2000s | 29 | ▲ |
| 1990s | 21 | — |
The Story of Teshon
A Gen Z name
Peaking in 2005, Teshon is a name that defines a generation. Boys named Teshon are most likely born between 1995 and 2006.
How rare is Teshon?
With fewer than 500 recorded births, Teshon is an exceptionally rare name — a one-of-a-kind choice.
The journey through the decades
First appeared in the records in 1994, peaked in the 2000s with 29 births that decade.
Teshon by the numbers
- Would fill 1 school bus
Year-by-Year Data
View complete yearly data(9 years, 1994–2006)
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 7 | #10539 |
| 2005 | 7 | #10037 |
| 2004 | 5 | #13036 |
| 2002 | 5 | #12312 |
| 2000 | 5 | #11966 |
| 1999 | 5 | #11435 |
| 1998 | 5 | #11140 |
| 1996 | 5 | #10386 |
| 1994 | 6 | #8692 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 1994–2006