Shaunte
Complete Name Analysis & Etymology Guide
1,786 Total Births
145 Years of Data
1978 Peak Popularity Year
124 Peak Births

Shaunte Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

Shaunte is an American name that combines elements from 'Shawn' and the French suffix '-te'. It means 'God is gracious' and has evolved from the name 'Shawn' through variations like 'Shauna'. The name reflects traits of uniqueness and creativity, and does not have biblical ties. It gained popularity in the late 20th century and is currently perceived positively, associated with individuality.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Shaunte"

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Pronunciation

/ʃɔːnˈteɪ/

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Origin

American

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Etymology

Shaunte is a modern American name derived from a combination of the name 'Shawn' and the French feminine suffix '-te'. It is often considered a variation of the name 'Shauna'.

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Meaning

God is gracious

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Language Evolution

Shawn, Shauna, Shaunte

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Historical Usage

Shaunte gained popularity in the late 20th century as part of a trend towards unique and creative spellings of traditional names.

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Variants & Derivatives

Shauna, Shawntae, Shontae

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Modern Popularity & Image

Currently, Shaunte is viewed as a unique and modern name, often associated with individuality and creativity.

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Famous People

Shaunte McCoy (American singer), Shaunte Glover (American athlete)

📊 Shaunte 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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✨ Shaunte Name Meaning & Significance

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Popularity Trend

Less Common name with 124 peak births in 1978

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Geographic Spread

Popular across 13 US states, with strongest presence in California

Historical Span

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

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Generational Impact

Influenced 6 different American generations with varying popularity

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

Discover the ultimate list of homophone names and same pronunciation names that sound identical to "Shaunte". 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.

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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Shaunte"

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 "Shaunte"

"Shaunte" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Boy 5873rd of 10718 45
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Boy 9016th of 16616 43
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Girl 2342nd of 19264 549
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Girl 1981st of 27321 1,016
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Girl 11442nd of 35406 128
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Girl 30306th of 30306 5

Regional Popularity of "Shaunte" 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)
- - - 57.34%
2319th/4044
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 "Shaunte" 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)
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Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
60.64%
1781st/2937
67.70%
2358th/3483
54.21%
1907th/3518
46.46%
1879th/4044
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
47.38%
1746th/3685
38.75%
1734th/4475
40.60%
2109th/5194
37.71%
2382nd/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
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Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
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State-by-State Popularity of "Shaunte"

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

The name Shaunte is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the Northeast 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, Shaunte has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, 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 female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Shaunte' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5873rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 9016th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2342nd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1981st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 11442nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 30306th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Shaunte' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

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