Shonda Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationSHON-duh / ʃɒndəAmerican; African American
Meaning
American: a modern name; African American: possibly derived from a combination of names
Historical & Cultural Background
Shonda is a contemporary name that emerged in the United States, particularly within African American communities. It gained popularity in the late 20th century, reflecting a trend towards unique and creative names. The name is often associated with individuality and cultural identity.
Trend Summary
Shonda has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., particularly during the 1980s and 1990s.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Shonda was first seen in the United States in 1954. Shonda has ranked as high as #693 nationally, which occurred in 1970, and has been most popular in Texas, Georgia, Ohio, North Carolina, and Mississippi. In the past 5 years the name Shonda has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Shonda (1998)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| PA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1954 | 7 |
| 1955 | 18 |
| 1956 | 9 |
| 1957 | 28 |
| 1958 | 26 |
| 1959 | 23 |
| 1960 | 41 |
| 1961 | 52 |
| 1962 | 48 |
| 1963 | 75 |
| 1964 | 97 |
| 1965 | 117 |
| 1966 | 159 |
| 1967 | 180 |
| 1968 | 219 |
| 1969 | 402 |
| 1970 | 510 |
| 1971 | 466 |
| 1972 | 438 |
| 1973 | 468 |
| 1974 | 440 |
| 1975 | 441 |
| 1976 | 420 |
| 1977 | 315 |
| 1978 | 306 |
| 1979 | 270 |
| 1980 | 235 |
| 1981 | 207 |
| 1982 | 184 |
| 1983 | 171 |
| 1984 | 146 |
| 1985 | 128 |
| 1986 | 103 |
| 1987 | 111 |
| 1988 | 84 |
| 1989 | 71 |
| 1990 | 67 |
| 1991 | 62 |
| 1992 | 56 |
| 1993 | 38 |
| 1994 | 45 |
| 1995 | 30 |
| 1996 | 19 |
| 1997 | 21 |
| 1998 | 17 |
| 1999 | 14 |
| 2000 | 16 |
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2002 | 7 |
| 2003 | 5 |
| 2004 | 8 |
| 2006 | 9 |
| 2007 | 5 |
| 2008 | 5 |