Declining since 1992.
Popularity of Rasean since 1976
Babies named Rasean per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 37 |
| 1980s | 111 |
| 1990s | 238 |
| 2000s | 185 |
| 2010s | 110 |
| 2020s | 19 |
Meaning & origin
Rasean is a modern American name that first appeared on the U.S. baby name charts in 1976. It reached its peak popularity in 1992, reflecting the trend of inventive, blended names during that era. Since 1992, its usage has been steadily falling. The name has never cracked the top 1000 nationally, and its 1 in N ratio is low, indicating it is quite rare. Rasean is almost exclusively given to boys. Top states where the name has seen some use include California, Texas, and New York, though it remains uncommon even there.
Rasean is a modern American coinage, first recorded in 1976. It appears to be a blend of the prefix Ra (from names like Ray or Rashaun) with the popular Irish name Sean. Such inventive combinations were common in the late 20th century as parents sought distinctive names.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Rase, Raz
Sibling names for Rasean
Names that share Rasean's style, for a brother or sister.
