Shaunni
Girl name · 11 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Shaunni: 11 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 7 births in 1993.
Shaunni is a modern, creative spelling of Shaun, which itself is the Irish/Scott Gaelic form of John. Originating via the French Jehan from the Hebrew Yohanan, it ultimately means "God is gracious." This particular spelling rose to popularity in Scotland in the 1980s, adding a distinctive double-'n' and 'i' ending for a feminine or more unique feel. While there are no famous historical bearers with this precise spelling, the root name Shaun is famously carried by actor Sean Connery (the original James Bond) and singer Shaun Ryder. Places such as the Seán Mac Diarmada estate in Ireland share the same etymological root. As a variant of a classic biblical name, Shaunni offers a fresh, personalized twist for parents seeking something familiar yet uncommon in Scotland's naming records.
Girl 2 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 19937 babies
- Latest (1997)
- #5574 babies
- Total births
- 11since 1993
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y