Shonna
Meaning of Shonna
The name Shonna is a feminine given name originating as an orthographic variant of Shannon, which derives from the Old Irish personal name Seanán—a diminutive of seán, denoting “old” or “wise.” Phonetically, it appears as /ʃɑːnə/ in American English and /ʃəʊnə/ in British English. Shonna experienced modest usage in the United States, notably in California between 1961 and 1990, where it ranked between 277 and 386 on state birth charts and peaked at 22 recorded births in 1971. This adaptation reflects a broader Anglo-American pattern of translating Gaelic names into English spellings, signaling both Irish cultural heritage and mid-20th-century stylistic preferences, and offering a measured, scholarly resonance for parents seeking a distinctive yet grounded choice.
Pronunciation
American English
- Pronunced as SHAH-nuh (/'ʃɑːnə/)
British English
- Pronunced as SHOH-nuh (/'ʃəʊnə/)
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Notable People Named Shonna
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