Shawnah
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Shawnah is a girl’s name of Hebrew origin, meaning “Feminine form of Shawn, an English variant of John, meaning 'God is gracious'.”, and peaked in popularity in 1990.
What Shawnah Means
“Feminine form of Shawn, an English variant of John, meaning 'God is gracious'.”
The Story of Shawnah
This name arrived in 1975, a gentle feminine form of John, meaning 'God is gracious,' and graced the charts until 1990.
Shawnah is a feminine form of Shawn, an English variant of John, meaning 'God is gracious,' with Hebrew roots. It appeared in 1975, reaching its peak in 1990, indicating a sustained but gentle presence.
For your daughter Shawnah, this name evokes a deep sense of grace and compassionate kindness. It is a name for a child who will offer comfort and understanding with a gentle heart.
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Numerology
The Adventurer
Free-spirited, adaptable, and curious. These names carry energy of change and exploration.
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#7 in 1990
Total Births
39
First Recorded
1975
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