Shawanda Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Shawanda is an African American name that combines elements from 'Sharon' and 'Wanda', reflecting a trend towards unique and expressive naming. It has gained popularity since the late 20th century and is associated with beauty and grace. The name does not have biblical roots, but it carries a modern cultural significance.
The name Shawanda is most popular in Louisiana, 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, Shawanda has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South. 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. Across generations, 'Shawanda' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 7881st out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1182nd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1798th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 16753rd out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Shawanda' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Shawanda"
Pronunciation
/ʃəˈwɑːndə/
Origin
African American
Etymology
Shawanda is a modern name that is often believed to be a blend of the names 'Sharon' and 'Wanda'. It reflects the creativity and cultural expression found in African American naming practices.
Meaning
A combination of names, often associated with beauty and grace.
Language Evolution
Shawnda, Shawna, Wanda, Sharon
Historical Usage
Shawanda emerged in the United States during the late 20th century, particularly gaining popularity in the 1970s and 1980s as part of a trend of unique and culturally significant names.
Variants & Derivatives
Shawna, Shawnda, Wanda
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Shawanda is viewed as a distinctive and culturally rich name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Shawanda McGhee - American singer, Shawanda Williams - American author
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Shawanda"
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 "Shawanda"
"Shawanda" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 7881st of 12526 | 35 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1182nd of 19264 | 1,586 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1798th of 27321 | 1,171 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 16753rd of 35406 | 61 |
Regional Popularity of "Shawanda" 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 "Shawanda" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
93.27% 2661st/2853 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
52.23% 1534th/2937 |
45.22% 1575th/3483 |
19.22% 676th/3518 |
- |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
56.45% 2080th/3685 |
44.38% 1986th/4475 |
20.70% 1075th/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Shawanda"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Shawanda" 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.