Shaunda Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Shaunda is an American English name derived from the Irish name 'Sean', meaning 'God is gracious'. It has evolved through forms like Sean and Shawn before taking its modern shape. The name gained popularity in the late 20th century as part of a trend for unique names. Shaunda is associated with creativity and individuality, and while there are notable figures with the name, it does not have biblical roots.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Shaunda"
Pronunciation
/ˈʃɔːndə/
Origin
American English
Etymology
Shaunda is a modern name that is considered a feminine form of the name 'Shawn', which itself is derived from the Irish name 'Sean', meaning 'God is gracious'.
Meaning
God is gracious
Language Evolution
Sean, Shawn, Shaunda
Historical Usage
Shaunda became popular in the United States during the late 20th century, particularly in the 1970s and 1980s, as part of the trend of unique and creative spellings of traditional names.
Variants & Derivatives
Shawn, Shauna, Shawna
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Shaunda is perceived as a modern and unique name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Shaunda McDade (American author), Shaunda McKenzie (American singer)
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 104 peak births in 1978
Geographic Spread
Popular across 20 US states, with strongest presence in Ohio
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 4 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Shaunda"
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 "Shaunda"
"Shaunda" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 6475th of 12526 | 62 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1598th of 19264 | 984 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3067th of 27321 | 544 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 21432nd of 35406 | 33 |
Regional Popularity of "Shaunda" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Shaunda" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
51.04% 1499th/2937 |
70.92% 2470th/3483 |
37.98% 1336th/3518 |
60.78% 2458th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
75.33% 2776th/3685 |
- |
51.68% 2684th/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Shaunda"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Shaunda" 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 "Shaunda" in the United States
The name Shaunda is most popular in Ohio, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) 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, Shaunda 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, 'Shaunda' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 6475th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1598th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3067th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 21432nd out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Shaunda' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.