Shawnte Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Shawnte is a modern English name derived from the Irish name Seán, which means 'God is gracious'. The name has evolved through various forms, starting from Seán to John, and then to Shawna and Shawnte. It gained popularity in the United States during the late 20th century. While it does not have biblical relevance, it carries traits of modernity and creativity. Notable individuals with this name include artists and actresses.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Shawnte"
Pronunciation
/ˈʃɔːn.teɪ/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Shawnte is a modern variant of the name Shawna, which is derived from the Irish name Seán, a form of John, meaning 'God is gracious'.
Meaning
God is gracious
Language Evolution
Seán (Irish), John (English), Shawna (Modern English), Shawnte (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Shawnte emerged as a popular name in the United States during the late 20th century, particularly in the 1980s and 1990s, reflecting trends in unique and modern variations of traditional names.
Variants & Derivatives
Shawna, Shawn, Shaunte, Shante
Modern Popularity & Image
Shawnte is perceived as a modern and unique name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Shawnte Northington - American artist, Shawnte' Reddick - American actress
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Boy Name Trend
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✨ Shawnte Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 215 peak births in 1977
Geographic Spread
Popular across 17 US states, with strongest presence in District of Columbia
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 "Shawnte"
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 "Shawnte"
"Shawnte" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 5344th of 10718 | 57 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 8861st of 16616 | 45 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2125th of 19264 | 635 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2685th of 27321 | 666 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 14352nd of 35406 | 84 |
Regional Popularity of "Shawnte" 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 "Shawnte" 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) |
49.78% 1462nd/2937 |
61.07% 2127th/3483 |
46.82% 1647th/3518 |
39.71% 1606th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
61.22% 2256th/3685 |
59.20% 2649th/4475 |
55.83% 2900th/5194 |
44.01% 2780th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Shawnte"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Shawnte" 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 "Shawnte" in the United States
The name Shawnte is most popular in District of Columbia, 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 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, Shawnte 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, 'Shawnte' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5344th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 8861st out of 16616 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2125th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2685th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 14352nd out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Shawnte' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.