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Shavon

shuh-VAHN

Shavon is a girl’s name of Irish origin, meaning “Shavon is a modern American name, likely a variant of Siobhan, which is the Irish form of Joan, meaning 'God is gracious'.”, and peaked in popularity in 1979.

Letters6
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OriginIrish

What Shavon Means

Shavon is a modern American name, likely a variant of Siobhan, which is the Irish form of Joan, meaning 'God is gracious'.

The Story of Shavon

This name carries the grace of its Irish roots, a modern echo of a timeless blessing meaning 'God is gracious,' destined for your daughter.

Shavon is a contemporary American iteration, likely derived from the Irish form Siobhan, which itself is the Irish version of Joan. The ultimate root is the Hebrew 'Yochanan,' meaning 'God is gracious.' This name bridges centuries and cultures, from ancient Israel through Ireland to modern American families.

To say 'Shavon' is to feel a gentle but firm embrace, a name that carries a quiet blessing. It’s a name for a daughter who will embody a gracious strength, navigating life with both resilience and kindness. You’ll feel the warmth of its meaning as you write it, envisioning her kind spirit.

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Numerology

1

The Leader

Independent, ambitious, and original. Names with this number carry pioneering energy.

Personality Traits

GraciousStrongIndependentModern

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Peak Year

#368 in 1979

Total Births

4,267

First Recorded

1958

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