Shawnna Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Shawnna is a modern English name derived from the Irish Seán, a form of John, meaning 'God is gracious'. The name has evolved from Seán to Shawn and then to Shawnna, reflecting cultural shifts in naming conventions. It gained popularity in the late 20th century as a feminine variant and is often associated with creativity and individuality.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Shawnna"
Pronunciation
/ˈʃɔːnə/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Shawnna is a feminine variant of the name Shawn, which itself is derived from the Irish name Seán, the Gaelic form of John. The name John means 'God is gracious'.
Meaning
God is gracious
Language Evolution
Seán, Shawn, Shawnna
Historical Usage
Shawnna emerged as a popular name in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a feminine form of Shawn.
Variants & Derivatives
Shawn, Shawna, Shana
Modern Popularity & Image
Shawnna is viewed as a modern and unique name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 144 peak births in 1977
Geographic Spread
Popular across 20 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Shawnna"
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 "Shawnna"
"Shawnna" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 5047th of 12526 | 114 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1308th of 19264 | 1,366 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1935th of 27321 | 1,052 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 6110th of 35406 | 317 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 24576th of 30306 | 12 |
Regional Popularity of "Shawnna" 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 "Shawnna" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
100.00% 2853rd/2853 |
100.00% 2775th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
40.11% 1178th/2937 |
66.15% 2304th/3483 |
38.91% 1369th/3518 |
25.69% 1039th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
50.47% 1860th/3685 |
58.35% 2611th/4475 |
44.30% 2301st/5194 |
41.22% 2604th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
94.17% 4863rd/5164 |
- | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Shawnna"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Shawnna" 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 "Shawnna" in the United States
The name Shawnna is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the West 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, Shawnna 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, 'Shawnna' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5047th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1308th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1935th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6110th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 24576th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Shawnna' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.