Shonda Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Shonda is of American origin, derived from a combination of names like Shawn and Rhonda, reflecting modern naming trends. It means 'God is gracious' and has evolved from various forms over time. The name gained popularity in the late 20th century as parents sought unique names. It is currently viewed as contemporary and is associated with notable figures like Shonda Rhimes.
The name Shonda is most popular in Louisiana, 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 Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Shonda 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, 'Shonda' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2361st out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 544th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1516th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 12368th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Shonda' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Shonda"
Pronunciation
/ˈʃɒndə/
Origin
American
Etymology
The name Shonda is believed to be of modern American origin, likely derived from the combination of names like 'Shawn' and 'Rhonda', reflecting a trend of creating unique names in the late 20th century.
Meaning
God is gracious
Language Evolution
Shonda, Shawn, Rhonda
Historical Usage
Shonda gained popularity in the United States during the late 20th century, particularly in the 1970s and 1980s, as parents sought distinctive and modern names for their children.
Variants & Derivatives
Shon, Shawna, Ronda
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Shonda is perceived as a contemporary and unique name, often associated with creativity and individuality. It is also recognized due to its association with notable figures in media.
Famous People
Shonda Rhimes, Shonda Land
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Shonda"
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 "Shonda"
"Shonda" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2361st of 12526 | 424 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 544th of 19264 | 5,386 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1516th of 27321 | 1,522 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 12368th of 35406 | 112 |
Regional Popularity of "Shonda" 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 "Shonda" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
79.70% 1775th/2227 |
80.45% 1955th/2430 |
55.28% 1577th/2853 |
78.05% 2166th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
19.51% 573rd/2937 |
20.64% 719th/3483 |
10.55% 371st/3518 |
26.36% 1066th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
44.45% 1638th/3685 |
41.21% 1844th/4475 |
20.43% 1061st/5194 |
57.84% 3654th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
100.00% 5164th/5164 |
- | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Shonda"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Shonda" 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.