Shawna
Complete Name Analysis & Etymology Guide
45,627 Total Births
145 Years of Data
1977 Peak Popularity Year
2,090 Peak Births

Shawna Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

Shawna is a modern name derived from the Irish name Seán, meaning 'God is gracious'. It has evolved from Sean to become a popular feminine name in American English. It gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in the 1970s and 1980s. The name is often associated with a friendly and approachable image, and notable people with this name include auto racing driver Shawna Robinson and adult film actress Shawna Lenee.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Shawna"

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Pronunciation

/ˈʃɔːnə/

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Origin

American English

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Etymology

Shawna is a modern feminine given name that is derived from the name Sean, which itself originates from the Irish name Seán, meaning 'God is gracious'.

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Meaning

God is gracious

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Language Evolution

Sean, Seán, Shawna

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Historical Usage

Shawna gained popularity in the United States during the late 20th century, particularly in the 1970s and 1980s, as part of a trend towards using Irish names.

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Variants & Derivatives

Shawnee, Shauna, Shawnie

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Modern Popularity & Image

Shawna is often perceived as a modern, trendy name with a friendly and approachable image.

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Famous People

Shawna Robinson, American auto racing driver, Shawna Lenee, American adult film actress

📊 Shawna 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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✨ Shawna Name Meaning & Significance

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Popularity Trend

Highly Popular name with 2,090 peak births in 1977

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Geographic Spread

Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in Wyoming

Historical Span

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

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Generational Impact

Influenced 8 different American generations with varying popularity

🔊 Same Pronunciation Names for "Shawna" - Complete Guide (2 Names)

Discover the ultimate list of homophone names and same pronunciation names that sound identical to "Shawna". 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 2 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 "Shawna" that fits your preferences.

Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Shawna"

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 "Shawna"

"Shawna" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Boy 4950th of 10718 68
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Boy 9536th of 16616 37
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Girl 6317th of 9204 26
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Girl 804th of 12526 2,903
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Girl 219th of 19264 21,347
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Girl 263rd of 27321 17,353
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Girl 1082nd of 35406 3,527
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Girl 4558th of 30306 366

Regional Popularity of "Shawna" by Generation for Male Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
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Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
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Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
- - - -
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
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Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
- - - -
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
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Regional Popularity of "Shawna" by Generation for Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
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Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
33.59%
748th/2227
47.37%
1151st/2430
37.26%
1063rd/2853
15.35%
426th/2775
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
6.81%
200th/2937
11.00%
383rd/3483
7.56%
266th/3518
3.07%
124th/4044
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
6.05%
223rd/3685
5.99%
268th/4475
5.66%
294th/5194
3.82%
241st/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
18.51%
848th/4582
18.07%
933rd/5164
16.27%
1190th/7313
18.69%
1395th/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
- 100.00%
4487th/4487
100.00%
6822nd/6822
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State-by-State Popularity of "Shawna"

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

The name Shawna is most popular in Wyoming, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl 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, Shawna has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, 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 Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Shawna' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4950th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 9536th out of 16616 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 6317th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 804th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 219th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 263rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1082nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4558th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Shawna' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

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