Shawnta Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Shawnta is an American name derived from the variant 'Shante', with meanings related to 'stone'. It has evolved from historical forms like 'Chantal' and gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in African American communities. The name is associated with uniqueness and cultural pride, and while it has no biblical background, it reflects modern naming trends.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Shawnta"
Pronunciation
/ˈʃɔːn.tə/
Origin
American
Etymology
Shawnta is a modern name that appears to be a variant of the name 'Shante', which itself is derived from the French name 'Chantal' or the African origin meaning 'stone'.
Meaning
stone
Language Evolution
Shante, Chantal, Shawnta
Historical Usage
Shawnta gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly within African American communities as part of a trend of unique and creative name formations.
Variants & Derivatives
Shante, Shawntae, Shawntay
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Shawnta is perceived as a unique, modern name often associated with individuality and cultural identity.
Famous People
Shawnta D. Wright, an American author., Shawnta C. Jones, known for her contributions to community service.
📊 Shawnta Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Explore More Shawnta Name Visualizations
✨ Shawnta Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 147 peak births in 1978
Geographic Spread
Popular across 20 US states, with strongest presence in Maryland
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 "Shawnta"
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 "Shawnta"
"Shawnta" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 4387th of 10718 | 89 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 10422nd of 16616 | 29 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1886th of 19264 | 758 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2046th of 27321 | 964 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 13869th of 35406 | 90 |
Regional Popularity of "Shawnta" 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) |
60.98% 1791st/2937 |
- | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Shawnta" 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) |
49.95% 1467th/2937 |
60.52% 2108th/3483 |
39.80% 1400th/3518 |
52.18% 2110th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
46.30% 1706th/3685 |
55.24% 2472nd/4475 |
35.93% 1866th/5194 |
49.42% 3122nd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Shawnta"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Shawnta" 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 "Shawnta" in the United States
The name Shawnta is most popular in Maryland, 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 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, Shawnta has been stalled for male in MidWest, 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 male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Shawnta' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4387th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 10422nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1886th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2046th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 13869th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Shawnta' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.