Shaundra Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Shaundra is a modern English name derived from the Irish name Seán, which is a form of John. It means 'God is gracious' and has evolved through various languages. The name reflects contemporary naming trends and is associated with uniqueness and strength.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Shaundra"
Pronunciation
/ˈʃɔːndrə/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Shaundra is a modern feminine variant of the name Shaun, which itself is derived from the Irish name Seán, a form of John. The name John has roots in the Hebrew name Yochanan, meaning 'God is gracious'.
Meaning
God is gracious
Language Evolution
Yochanan (Hebrew), Ioannes (Greek), Johannes (Latin), John (Old English), Shaun (Modern English), Shaundra (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Shaundra became popular in the late 20th century as a feminine form of the name Shaun, reflecting a trend in creating unique and modern names.
Variants & Derivatives
Shawn, Shaun, Shonda, Shawna
Modern Popularity & Image
Shaundra is perceived as a modern and unique name. It often conveys a sense of individuality and strength.
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Girl Name Trend
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 53 peak births in 1981
Geographic Spread
Popular across 7 US states, with strongest presence in Georgia
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 "Shaundra"
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 "Shaundra"
"Shaundra" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 8881st of 12526 | 23 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2597th of 19264 | 467 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3547th of 27321 | 445 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 19428th of 35406 | 43 |
Regional Popularity of "Shaundra" 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 "Shaundra" 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) |
85.12% 2500th/2937 |
- |
65.83% 2316th/3518 |
79.87% 3230th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
55.58% 2887th/5194 |
66.46% 4198th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Shaundra"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Shaundra" 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 "Shaundra" in the United States
The name Shaundra is most popular in Georgia, 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, Shaundra 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, 'Shaundra' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 8881st out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2597th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3547th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 19428th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Shaundra' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.