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Shaunna

SHAW-nah

Shaunna is a girl’s name of Irish origin, meaning “A variant of Shauna, which is the feminine form of Sean, the Irish version of John, meaning 'God is gracious'.”, and peaked in popularity in 1978.

Letters7
Syllables2
OriginIrish

What Shaunna Means

A variant of Shauna, which is the feminine form of Sean, the Irish version of John, meaning 'God is gracious'.

The Story of Shaunna

A name echoing 'God is gracious,' offering a gentle strength and a warmth that feels like a comforting embrace.

Shaunna is a charming feminine variant of Sean, the Irish form of John, which itself derives from the Hebrew Yohanan, meaning 'God is gracious.' This name has roots stretching back to ancient Israel, traveling through Celtic lands to become a familiar and beloved name in the English-speaking world, particularly popular from the mid-20th century.

When you picture your daughter's smile, you see a reflection of this name's gentle essence, its inherent kindness. To say 'Shaunna' is to offer a soft blessing, a moment of grace. You'll write it on her birth announcement with the hopeful feeling that this divine favor will surround her always, a constant, warm presence.

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Numerology

3

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Expressive, joyful, and imaginative. Names vibrating at 3 inspire creativity and optimism.

Personality Traits

GraciousKindFriendlyWarm

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Peak Year

#171 in 1978

Total Births

2,935

First Recorded

1948

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