Shona

Girl

Shona is a girl's name of Scottish origin meaning "A Scottish name derived from Ionà, a form of Jonah meaning God is gracious.". It is pronounced SHO-nuh. Today it is an uncommon name (popularity 63/100) and fading.

Scottish origin · /SHO-nuh/ · international

Meaning: A Scottish name derived from Ionà, a form of Jonah meaning God is gracious.

Popularity 63/1002 syllablesPeaked 1970↓ Falling

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Frequently asked questions about Shona

What does Shona mean?

Shona means "A Scottish name derived from Ionà, a form of Jonah meaning God is gracious.". It is of Scottish origin.

Is Shona a boy or girl name?

Shona is traditionally a girl's name.

How popular is Shona?

Shona is an uncommon name, with a popularity score of 63/100. It was most popular in the 1970s.

How is Shona pronounced?

Shona is pronounced SHO-nuh.

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