What is the origin of the name Shawndra?

Shawndra is a name of Irish origin.

How do you pronounce Shawndra?

Shawndra is pronounced SHAHN-druh.

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Shawndra

SHAHN-druh

Shawndra is a girl’s name of Irish origin, meaning “A feminine variant of Shawn, which is the Irish form of John, meaning 'God is gracious' in Hebrew.”, and peaked in popularity in 1974.

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OriginIrish

What Shawndra Means

“A feminine variant of Shawn, which is the Irish form of John, meaning 'God is gracious' in Hebrew.”

The Story of Shawndra

This name carries the grace of a divine gift, a gentle echo of blessing that's been waiting for your daughter.

Shawndra is a feminine variation of Shawn, which itself is an Anglicized form of the Irish Seán, ultimately deriving from the Hebrew Yohanan, meaning 'God is gracious.' This name has a rich lineage, traveling from ancient Hebrew through Irish culture to its modern feminine form, carrying with it a sense of blessedness and divine favor.

There's a softness to 'Shawndra,' a gentle sound that feels like a whispered blessing. When you say her name, imagine a tender moment, a quiet assurance of kindness and compassion. This name is for a daughter whose presence brings a sense of grace and generosity into your life. Writing 'Shawndra' feels like inscribing a promise of gentle strength and abundant love.