Shawntee Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationSHAWN-tee / /ˈʃɔːn.ti/Modern English; American
Meaning
Derived from the name Shawn, meaning 'God is gracious' in Hebrew.
Historical & Cultural Background
Shawntee is a modern variation of the name Shawn, which has gained popularity in the United States. The name reflects a trend of creating unique feminine forms of traditionally masculine names. It is often associated with a blend of cultural influences, particularly from African American naming practices. The name has appeared in various forms since the late 20th century.
Trend Summary
Shawntee has seen limited popularity in the United States, primarily as a unique feminine variation of Shawn.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Shawntee was first seen in the United States in 1972. Shawntee has ranked as high as #1073 nationally, which occurred in 1977, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Shawntee has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Shawntee (1982)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1972 | 6 |
| 1973 | 9 |
| 1975 | 6 |
| 1976 | 7 |
| 1977 | 27 |
| 1978 | 24 |
| 1979 | 14 |
| 1980 | 7 |
| 1981 | 15 |
| 1982 | 12 |
| 1983 | 9 |
| 1984 | 7 |
| 1985 | 7 |
| 1986 | 9 |
| 1987 | 9 |
| 1988 | 10 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1991 | 8 |
| 1992 | 9 |
| 1993 | 7 |