Shaunita
shawn-EE-tah
Shaunita is a girl’s name of Hebrew origin, meaning “Likely a modern invented name, perhaps a feminization of Shaun or Sean, meaning 'God is gracious' in Hebrew.”, and peaked in popularity in 1979.
What Shaunita Means
“Likely a modern invented name, perhaps a feminization of Shaun or Sean, meaning 'God is gracious' in Hebrew.”
The Story of Shaunita
In 1974, a name graced the charts for a few years, a graceful modern echo of a classic, now waiting for you.
Shaunita is likely a modern invented name, first recorded in 1974, and popular through the late 1970s. It is possibly a feminization of Shaun or Sean, the Irish form of John, meaning 'God is gracious'. The '-ita' suffix adds a graceful, sometimes Latin-inspired, feminine flourish.
This name suggests a daughter who possesses a strong yet graceful spirit, a blend of independence and intelligence. You imagine her moving through life with a quiet confidence and an inherent elegance, her presence both steady and inspiring.
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Numerology
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Personality Traits
Peak Year
#15 in 1979
Total Births
135
First Recorded
1974
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