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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.

Letters8
Syllables3
OriginHebrew

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

9

The Idealist

Compassionate, humanitarian, and visionary. Names vibrating at 9 carry universal love.

Personality Traits

IndependentStrongGracefulIntelligent

Peak Year

#15 in 1979

Total Births

135

First Recorded

1974

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