Shaun
Complete Name Analysis & Etymology Guide
73,527 Total Births
145 Years of Data
1978 Peak Popularity Year
6,221 Peak Births

Shaun Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

Shaun is an Irish name derived from 'Seán', which is a form of 'John'. It means 'God is gracious' and has evolved through various languages including Latin and Old English. The name is often associated with creativity and has gained popularity in the late 20th century. Shaun does not have a biblical background, and its variants include Sean and Shawn.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Shaun"

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Pronunciation

/ʃɔːn/

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Origin

Irish

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Etymology

Shaun is derived from the Irish name 'Seán', which is a variant of the name 'John'.

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Meaning

God is gracious

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Language Evolution

Iohannes (Latin), Johannes (Greek), John (Old English), Seán (Irish), Shaun (Modern English)

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Historical Usage

The name Shaun gained popularity in English-speaking countries in the late 20th century, particularly in the 1970s and 1980s.

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Variants & Derivatives

Sean, Shawn, Shon

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Modern Popularity & Image

Shaun is often perceived as a modern and friendly name, commonly associated with creativity and warmth.

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Famous People

Shaun White (snowboarder), Shaun T (fitness trainer), Shaun of the Dead (fictional character)

📊 Shaun Name Trend Analysis

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Boy Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Stable
25-Year Trend: Relatively Stable
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Girl Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Stable
25-Year Trend: Relatively Stable

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✨ Shaun Name Meaning & Significance

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Popularity Trend

Highly Popular name with 6,221 peak births in 1978

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Geographic Spread

Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in Hawaii

Historical Span

Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends

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Generational Impact

Influenced 12 different American generations with varying popularity

🔊 Same Pronunciation Names for "Shaun" - Complete Guide (16 Names)

Discover the ultimate list of homophone names and same pronunciation names that sound identical to "Shaun". These names share the same pronunciation but may have different spellings, offering alternative options for parents seeking similar-sounding names. Whether you're looking for American or British pronunciation variations, this comprehensive guide includes 16 carefully curated names that maintain the same phonetic sound.

Why explore same pronunciation names? Many parents search for homophone names to find alternative spellings that might be more unique or culturally significant. This ultimate list covers both American and British pronunciation patterns, ensuring you find the perfect variation of "Shaun" that fits your preferences.

Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Shaun"

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 "Shaun"

"Shaun" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Boy 2573rd of 6773 161
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Boy 564th of 7552 3,334
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Boy 164th of 10718 26,839
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Boy 175th of 16616 27,158
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Boy 418th of 24088 10,379
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Boy 1008th of 23106 2,527
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Girl 8681st of 9204 6
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Girl 1564th of 12526 845
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Girl 1274th of 19264 1,410
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Girl 2875th of 27321 602
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Girl 7808th of 35406 227
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Girl 17255th of 30306 39

Regional Popularity of "Shaun" by Generation for Male Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
- 50.51%
786th/1556
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Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
23.71%
528th/2227
15.35%
373rd/2430
31.16%
889th/2853
16.07%
446th/2775
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
4.66%
137th/2937
3.85%
134th/3483
5.91%
208th/3518
3.86%
156th/4044
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
4.12%
152nd/3685
2.77%
124th/4475
3.95%
205th/5194
3.13%
198th/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
9.23%
423rd/4582
6.06%
313th/5164
6.06%
443rd/7313
6.40%
478th/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
25.50%
1016th/3984
18.81%
844th/4487
15.67%
1069th/6822
17.18%
1078th/6276

Regional Popularity of "Shaun" by Generation for Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
- - - -
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
56.58%
1260th/2227
70.95%
1724th/2430
66.70%
1903rd/2853
42.59%
1182nd/2775
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
38.20%
1122nd/2937
41.09%
1431st/3483
47.53%
1672nd/3518
31.73%
1283rd/4044
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
75.33%
2776th/3685
80.78%
3615th/4475
63.75%
3311th/5194
59.54%
3761st/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
- - - -
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
- - - -

State-by-State Popularity of "Shaun"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Shaun" 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 "Shaun" in the United States

The name Shaun is most popular in Hawaii, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Shaun has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, falling for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Shaun' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2573rd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 564th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 164th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 175th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 418th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1008th out of 23106 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 8681st out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1564th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1274th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2875th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7808th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 17255th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Shaun' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

Infographic: Shaun name meaning, origin, and popularity trends in the United States (US baby name analysis chart)
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