Shawnda Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Shawnda is an American name with roots in the modern adaptations of names like Shannon. It means 'God is gracious' and has evolved through forms like Shan and Shonda. It became popular in the late 20th century and is viewed as a unique feminine name today. There is no biblical relevance associated with it.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Shawnda"
Pronunciation
/ˈʃɔːndə/
Origin
American
Etymology
Shawnda is a modern American name that is often considered a variant of the name 'Shonda,' which is derived from the name 'Shan,' a short form of names like Shannon or Shantell.
Meaning
God is gracious
Language Evolution
Shan, Shonda, Shawnda
Historical Usage
Shawnda gained popularity in the United States during the late 20th century, particularly in the 1970s and 1980s.
Variants & Derivatives
Shonda, Shan, Shanita
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Shawnda is perceived as a unique and feminine name, though it is not as commonly used today as it was in the past.
Famous People
Shawnda McNeal (American athlete), Shawnda R. (American musician)
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 154 peak births in 1975
Geographic Spread
Popular across 22 US states, with strongest presence in Oklahoma
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 "Shawnda"
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 "Shawnda"
"Shawnda" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 5442nd of 12526 | 96 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1170th of 19264 | 1,620 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2469th of 27321 | 749 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 15388th of 35406 | 73 |
Regional Popularity of "Shawnda" 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 "Shawnda" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - |
85.12% 2362nd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
32.72% 961st/2937 |
64.83% 2258th/3483 |
31.64% 1113th/3518 |
35.44% 1433rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
58.26% 2147th/3685 |
- |
47.15% 2449th/5194 |
70.51% 4454th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Shawnda"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Shawnda" 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 "Shawnda" in the United States
The name Shawnda is most popular in Oklahoma, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the MidWest 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, Shawnda 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, 'Shawnda' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5442nd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1170th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2469th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 15388th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Shawnda' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.