Siobhan
Girl name · 2,591 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Siobhan: 2,591 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 222 births in 1988.
Evoking the lyrical sound of Ireland, Siobhan is the Gaelic form of Joan, ultimately derived from the Hebrew name Yochanan, meaning “God is gracious.” It came into Irish usage through the Norman French Jehanne and developed its distinct pronunciation—shi-VAWN—through native phonetics. Notable bearers include the singer Siobhan Fahey, whose work with Bananarama and Shakespears Sister defined 1980s pop, and the acclaimed actress Siobhan Finneran, known for her roles in *Benidorm* and *Downton Abbey*. Though the name
Girl 42 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 1988222 babies
- Latest (2018)
- #8093 babies
- Total births
- 2,591since 1974
- 5-year trend
- ▼ 52%vs prior 5y