Shadonna Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Shadonna is an American name that blends elements from other names, particularly 'Sha' and 'Donna', meaning 'lady'. It evolved from variations such as Sha and Donna and became popular in the United States during the late 20th century. The name is associated with creativity and individuality, and it has no biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Shadonna"
Pronunciation
/ʃəˈdɒnə/
Origin
American
Etymology
Shadonna is a modern name that likely combines elements from other names, particularly 'Sha' and 'Donna'. 'Sha' may be derived from names like Shakira or Shana, while 'Donna' is of Italian origin meaning 'lady'.
Meaning
Lady
Language Evolution
Sha, Donna, Shadonna
Historical Usage
Shadonna emerged as a feminine given name in the United States during the late 20th century, gaining popularity in the 1970s and 1980s.
Variants & Derivatives
Sha, Donna, Shad
Modern Popularity & Image
Shadonna is perceived as a unique and modern name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 54 peak births in 1980
Geographic Spread
Popular across 4 US states, with strongest presence in District of Columbia
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 3 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Shadonna"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Shadonna"
"Shadonna" Popularity Across American Generations
Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
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Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 4258th of 19264 | 221 |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3825th of 27321 | 404 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 28314th of 35406 | 13 |
Regional Popularity of "Shadonna" by Generation for Male Names
TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
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G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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Regional Popularity of "Shadonna" by Generation for Female Names
TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
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G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
85.42% 3005th/3518 |
- |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
93.54% 3447th/3685 |
- |
77.76% 4039th/5194 |
93.73% 5921st/6317 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Shadonna"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Shadonna" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Shadonna" in the United States
The name Shadonna is most popular in District of Columbia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Shadonna has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Shadonna' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4258th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3825th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 28314th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Shadonna' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.