Shauna Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationSHAW-nah / ˈʃɔː.nəIrish; English
Meaning
Irish: 'God is gracious'; English: 'from the name Sean'
Historical & Cultural Background
Shauna is a feminine form of the name Sean, which is derived from the Hebrew name Yohanan. In Irish culture, it is often associated with grace and favor. The name has gained popularity in English-speaking countries since the late 20th century, particularly in the United States.
Trend Summary
Shauna experienced a peak in popularity in the 1980s and 1990s in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Shawna
International Variants
- Seana (Irish)
- Shana (Hebrew)
Famous people named Shauna
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Shauna was first seen in the United States in 1968. Shauna has ranked as high as #1113 nationally, which occurred in 1979, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Shauna has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Shauna
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1968 | 6 |
| 1974 | 7 |
| 1977 | 5 |
| 1978 | 7 |
| 1979 | 13 |
| 1980 | 6 |
| 1987 | 6 |