Shawana Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationsha-WAN-uh / ʃəˈwɑːnəAmerican; African
Meaning
American: unknown; African: a form of the name Shawna
Historical & Cultural Background
Shawana is a name that has emerged in American culture, often associated with African American naming traditions. It is a variant of Shawna, which itself is derived from the name Sean, meaning 'God is gracious' in Irish. The name reflects a blend of cultural influences and personal expression in naming practices. It is relatively modern and has been used primarily in the late 20th century.
Trend Summary
Shawana has seen limited popularity in the United States, with occasional usage in the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Shawna
International Variants
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Shawana was first seen in the United States in 1956. Shawana has ranked as high as #975 nationally, which occurred in 1977, and has been most popular in New York, Texas, Florida, California, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Shawana has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Shawana (1994)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1956 | 5 |
| 1958 | 5 |
| 1959 | 5 |
| 1962 | 8 |
| 1963 | 12 |
| 1964 | 19 |
| 1965 | 11 |
| 1966 | 18 |
| 1967 | 29 |
| 1968 | 17 |
| 1969 | 24 |
| 1970 | 42 |
| 1971 | 53 |
| 1972 | 60 |
| 1973 | 90 |
| 1974 | 102 |
| 1975 | 108 |
| 1976 | 92 |
| 1977 | 125 |
| 1978 | 101 |
| 1979 | 103 |
| 1980 | 121 |
| 1981 | 78 |
| 1982 | 71 |
| 1983 | 64 |
| 1984 | 75 |
| 1985 | 57 |
| 1986 | 42 |
| 1987 | 44 |
| 1988 | 41 |
| 1989 | 41 |
| 1990 | 34 |
| 1991 | 38 |
| 1992 | 39 |
| 1993 | 29 |
| 1994 | 19 |
| 1995 | 18 |
| 1996 | 15 |
| 1997 | 8 |
| 1998 | 7 |
| 2000 | 11 |