Shaun

The name Shaun signifies a divine attribute, expressing the idea of God being gracious or merciful. It conveys a spiritual notion of grace, kindness, and divine favor.

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Shaun is an Anglicized version of the Irish name 'Seán', which is derived from the Hebrew name 'Yohanan', meaning 'God is gracious'.

  • Popularity: 3,170th
  • Babies named Shaun in the US in 2023:
    Female: 0
    Male: 118
  • Nicknames: Shay, Shaw, Shauny, Sha, Nino.
  • Full Names: Shaun Michael, Shaun Patrick, Shaun Alexander, Shaun Thomas, Shaun Henry.
  • Famous Namesakes: Shaun White-Snowboarder, Shaun T-Fitness Trainer, Shaun Cassidy-Singer, Shaun Wright-Phillips-Soccer Player, Shaun Evans-Actor.
  • Gender: Shaun is predominantly a male name, but can also be seen used for females, especially with different spelling variations.
  • Numerology: From a numerological perspective, the name Shaun corresponds to the number 8, suggesting traits like efficiency, practicality, and leadership. Individuals with this number are often driven by balance, material success, and power.

Shaun gained popularity in English-speaking countries during the mid-20th century. It remains a favored choice, though its use has decreased slightly with the rise of multiple spelling variants such as Sean or Shawn.

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