Shavaun
shə-VAWN
Shavaun is a girl’s name of Irish origin, meaning “Likely an elaborated form of Siobhan, the Irish form of Joan, meaning 'God is gracious.'”, and peaked in popularity in 1979.
What Shavaun Means
“Likely an elaborated form of Siobhan, the Irish form of Joan, meaning 'God is gracious.'”
The Story of Shavaun
Imagine an Irish echo, a name steeped in history and carrying the whisper of profound, divine generosity.
Shavaun is likely an elaborated form of Siobhan, the Irish feminine version of Joan. The name's ultimate origin is the Hebrew Yochanan, meaning 'God is gracious,' a sentiment carried through its Irish heritage.
This name suggests your daughter will possess a gracious and kind disposition, her gentleness a source of comfort. You will see her move through life with a serene and gentle spirit, attuned to the needs of others.
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The Adventurer
Free-spirited, adaptable, and curious. These names carry energy of change and exploration.
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#14 in 1979
Total Births
92
First Recorded
1966
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