Shonna Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Shonna is an English name derived from the Irish name Sean, meaning 'God is gracious.' It has evolved through several forms including Shona and Siobhan. The name reflects traits of grace and individuality, and it does not have biblical relevance. Shonna gained popularity in the late 20th century and is often seen as a modern and unique name.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Shonna"
Pronunciation
/ˈʃɒnə/
Origin
English
Etymology
Shonna is derived from the feminine form of the name Sean, which is of Irish origin, meaning 'God is gracious.'
Meaning
God is gracious
Language Evolution
Sean, Siobhan, Shona, Shonna
Historical Usage
Shonna gained popularity in the late 20th century as a modern derivative of traditional Irish names.
Variants & Derivatives
Shona, Sean, Siobhan
Modern Popularity & Image
Shonna is perceived as a modern and unique name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Shonna McGlone, Shonna Dorsey
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 194 peak births in 1977
Geographic Spread
Popular across 28 US states, with strongest presence in Kentucky
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 "Shonna"
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 "Shonna"
"Shonna" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 7607th of 9204 | 12 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2527th of 12526 | 379 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1051st of 19264 | 1,873 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2508th of 27321 | 735 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 13869th of 35406 | 90 |
Regional Popularity of "Shonna" 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 "Shonna" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
94.25% 2099th/2227 |
95.80% 2328th/2430 |
83.21% 2374th/2853 |
73.41% 2037th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
39.33% 1155th/2937 |
51.85% 1806th/3483 |
27.00% 950th/3518 |
24.60% 995th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
75.33% 2776th/3685 |
85.79% 3839th/4475 |
51.96% 2699th/5194 |
49.75% 3143rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Shonna"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Shonna" 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 "Shonna" in the United States
The name Shonna is most popular in Kentucky, 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, Shonna 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, 'Shonna' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 7607th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2527th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1051st out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2508th 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 'Shonna' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.