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Shaunice

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Shaunice is a girl’s name of Irish origin, meaning “Shaunice is a modern American name, likely a feminine variation of Shaun, which is the Irish form of John, meaning "God is gracious."”, and peaked in popularity in 1992.

Letters8
Syllables2
OriginIrish

What Shaunice Means

Shaunice is a modern American name, likely a feminine variation of Shaun, which is the Irish form of John, meaning "God is gracious."

The Story of Shaunice

This name carries the grace of Irish tradition and a modern, vibrant spirit, a gift of divine favor for your daughter.

Shaunice is a contemporary American creation, likely a feminine extension of the Irish name Shaun, itself an Anglicized form of Eoin, the Irish equivalent of John. The name John has deep Hebrew roots, meaning 'God is gracious.' Shaunice channels this ancient blessing into a modern, distinctive sound, a testament to how ancestral meanings continue to be reimagined for new generations.

When you first consider 'Shaunice,' it feels like a warm, gracious welcome, a promise of kindness and a touch of modern flair. You envision writing this name on a birth certificate, feeling the smooth flow of its syllables, knowing it signifies a deep, inherent grace. It’s a name for a daughter who will move through the world with compassion and a gentle strength.

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Numerology

5

The Adventurer

Free-spirited, adaptable, and curious. These names carry energy of change and exploration.

Personality Traits

GraciousKindCompassionateModern

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Peak Year

#71 in 1992

Total Births

609

First Recorded

1974

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