Shenna Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Shenna is an English name derived from the Irish name Sinead, which means 'God is gracious.' The name has evolved through historical forms such as Shena. It is associated with grace and kindness and gained popularity in the late 20th century. There is no significant biblical relevance linked to the name.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Shenna"
Pronunciation
/ˈʃɛnə/
Origin
English
Etymology
The name Shenna is believed to be a variant of the name Shena, which can be derived from the Irish name Sinead, meaning 'God is gracious.'
Meaning
God is gracious
Language Evolution
Shena, Sinead, Shenna
Historical Usage
The name Shenna gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as it was seen as a modern variant of historical names.
Variants & Derivatives
Shena, Sinead, Shan
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Shenna is perceived as a modern and unique name, often associated with grace and kindness.
Famous People
Shenna M. Smith, an American artist known for her contemporary works.
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 179 peak births in 1984
Geographic Spread
Popular across 18 US states, with strongest presence in North Carolina
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 "Shenna"
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 "Shenna"
"Shenna" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 4460th of 12526 | 148 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3313th of 19264 | 324 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2273rd of 27321 | 834 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 24522nd of 35406 | 22 |
Regional Popularity of "Shenna" 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 "Shenna" 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 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
88.63% 3118th/3518 |
- |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
56.26% 2073rd/3685 |
68.45% 3063rd/4475 |
31.40% 1631st/5194 |
64.83% 4095th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Shenna"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Shenna" 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 "Shenna" in the United States
The name Shenna is most popular in North Carolina, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) 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, Shenna 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, 'Shenna' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4460th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3313th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2273rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 24522nd out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Shenna' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.