Shawna Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationSHAW-nah / /ˈʃɔː.nə/Irish; English
Meaning
Irish: 'God is gracious'; English: variant of Sean
Historical & Cultural Background
Shawna is a feminine form of the name Sean, which has roots in Irish culture. It gained popularity in the United States during the 20th century, particularly in the 1970s and 1980s. The name reflects a blend of traditional Irish naming conventions and modern American naming trends.
Trend Summary
Shawna experienced peak popularity in the United States during the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Shauna
- Shana
International Variants
- Saoirse (Irish)
- Shana (Hebrew)
Famous people named Shawna
Shawna Robinson is a former professional race car driver known for her achievements in NASCAR.
Shawna Loyer is a notable American artist recognized for her contributions to contemporary art.
Fictional characters named Shawna
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Shawna was first seen in the United States in 1941. Shawna has ranked as high as #261 nationally, which occurred in 1977, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Washington. In the past 5 years the name Shawna has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Shawna (2016)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1941 | 5 |
| 1942 | 8 |
| 1943 | 7 |
| 1944 | 6 |
| 1946 | 7 |
| 1947 | 12 |
| 1948 | 33 |
| 1949 | 34 |
| 1950 | 37 |
| 1951 | 49 |
| 1952 | 43 |
| 1953 | 46 |
| 1954 | 77 |
| 1955 | 98 |
| 1956 | 131 |
| 1957 | 167 |
| 1958 | 153 |
| 1959 | 185 |
| 1960 | 209 |
| 1961 | 280 |
| 1962 | 295 |
| 1963 | 458 |
| 1964 | 589 |
| 1965 | 552 |
| 1966 | 609 |
| 1967 | 645 |
| 1968 | 740 |
| 1969 | 1,189 |
| 1970 | 1,500 |
| 1971 | 1,421 |
| 1972 | 1,666 |
| 1973 | 1,403 |
| 1974 | 1,662 |
| 1975 | 1,689 |
| 1976 | 1,508 |
| 1977 | 2,082 |
| 1978 | 1,702 |
| 1979 | 1,548 |
| 1980 | 1,431 |
| 1981 | 1,359 |
| 1982 | 1,770 |
| 1983 | 1,455 |
| 1984 | 1,327 |
| 1985 | 1,200 |
| 1986 | 1,196 |
| 1987 | 1,125 |
| 1988 | 1,102 |
| 1989 | 1,007 |
| 1990 | 1,125 |
| 1991 | 988 |
| 1992 | 909 |
| 1993 | 848 |
| 1994 | 794 |
| 1995 | 612 |
| 1996 | 536 |
| 1997 | 463 |
| 1998 | 445 |
| 1999 | 386 |
| 2000 | 341 |
| 2001 | 313 |
| 2002 | 250 |
| 2003 | 250 |
| 2004 | 190 |
| 2005 | 177 |
| 2006 | 142 |
| 2007 | 137 |
| 2008 | 121 |
| 2009 | 88 |
| 2010 | 92 |
| 2011 | 70 |
| 2012 | 62 |
| 2013 | 49 |
| 2014 | 42 |
| 2015 | 43 |
| 2016 | 42 |
| 2017 | 29 |
| 2018 | 26 |
| 2019 | 28 |
| 2020 | 30 |
| 2021 | 20 |
| 2022 | 15 |
| 2023 | 22 |
| 2024 | 20 |