Siobhan Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Siobhan is an Irish name that means 'God is gracious.' It evolved from the name Sibeal and has historical roots in Irish culture. The name is characterized by its elegance and connection to Irish heritage. It has no biblical relevance but has gained popularity outside of Ireland in recent decades, with several notable individuals bearing the name.
The name Siobhan is most popular in Massachusetts, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Siobhan has been stalled for female in MidWest, too falling for female in Northeast, too falling 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, 'Siobhan' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1768th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1116th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 999th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2199th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2614th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Siobhan' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Siobhan"
Pronunciation
/ʃɪˈvɔːn/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
Siobhan is derived from the Irish name Sibeal, which is a diminutive form of the name Joan, meaning 'God is gracious.'
Meaning
God is gracious
Language Evolution
Sibeal, Siobhán, Siobhan
Historical Usage
Siobhan has been traditionally used in Ireland and gained popularity in English-speaking countries in the 20th century, especially among those of Irish descent.
Variants & Derivatives
Siobhán, Siobhan, Shivawn
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Siobhan is perceived as a distinctive and elegant name, often associated with Irish heritage.
Famous People
Siobhan Fahey - a musician known for her work with the band Bananarama., Siobhan Finneran - an English actress known for her roles in television and film.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Siobhan"
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 "Siobhan"
"Siobhan" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1768th of 12526 | 684 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1116th of 19264 | 1,729 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 999th of 27321 | 2,773 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2199th of 35406 | 1,316 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2614th of 30306 | 808 |
Regional Popularity of "Siobhan" 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 "Siobhan" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
78.49% 1748th/2227 |
35.88% 872nd/2430 |
- |
53.48% 1484th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
43.68% 1283rd/2937 |
16.54% 576th/3483 |
56.48% 1987th/3518 |
29.18% 1180th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
33.03% 1217th/3685 |
10.77% 482nd/4475 |
33.48% 1739th/5194 |
19.69% 1244th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
61.24% 2806th/4582 |
18.45% 953rd/5164 |
62.14% 4544th/7313 |
34.21% 2553rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
100.00% 3984th/3984 |
34.88% 1565th/4487 |
50.78% 3464th/6822 |
41.94% 2632nd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Siobhan"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Siobhan" 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.