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Shonda

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Shonda is a girl's name of Irish origin meaning "God is gracious; variant of Shawn or Shaun from 'Seán'.". It is pronounced SHAHN-duh. Today it is a popular name (popularity 81/100) and fading.

Irish origin · /SHAHN-duh/ · modern

Meaning: God is gracious; variant of Shawn or Shaun from 'Seán'.

Popularity 81/1002 syllablesPeaked 1970↓ Falling

Insights

Most popular in the 1970s.

Today, Shonda is a popular, familiar name (popularity 81/100).

It is less common today than at its historical peak.

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Frequently asked questions about Shonda

What does Shonda mean?

Shonda means "God is gracious; variant of Shawn or Shaun from 'Seán'.". It is of Irish origin.

Is Shonda a boy or girl name?

Shonda is traditionally a girl's name.

How popular is Shonda?

Shonda is a popular, familiar name, with a popularity score of 81/100. It was most popular in the 1970s.

How is Shonda pronounced?

Shonda is pronounced SHAHN-duh.

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