Shona
Meaning of Shona
Shona is a lovely and unique name for a baby girl. This name has its origins in Scotland and is derived from the Scottish Gaelic language. In Scottish Gaelic, Shona is pronounced as HOH-nuh (/ˈhoʊnə/). In English, it is pronounced as SHOH-nuh (/ˈʃoʊnə/). The name Shona has variations such as Shawna and Shauna, which provide different options for parents seeking a similar sound but with a slight variation.
The popularity of the name Shona has fluctuated over the years. Looking at data from newborns in Texas, we can see that it had moments of moderate popularity in the 1970s and early 1980s. However, it became less common in recent years. Nonetheless, this decline in popularity makes Shona an even more unique choice for parents who want their daughter to have a distinctive and memorable name.
When choosing a name for your baby girl, consider the beautiful name Shona. With its Scottish Gaelic origins and charming variations like Shawna and Shauna, this name carries both elegance and individuality.
Pronunciation
Scottish Gaelic
- Pronunced as HOH-nuh (/ˈhoʊnə/)
English
- Pronunced as SHOH-nuh (/ˈʃoʊnə/)
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Notable People Named Shona
| Shona McRory Robison is a Scottish politician and member of the Scottish National Party, currently serving as Deputy First Minister of Scotland and Cabinet Secretary for Finance. |
| Shona Kinloch is a Scottish artist from East Kilbride known for her expertise in sculpture. |
| Shona Laing is a New Zealand musician known for hits like "(Glad I'm) Not a Kennedy" and "Soviet Snow," as well as her contributions to Manfred Mann's Earth Band album and the 1985 film Shaker Run. |
| Aaron Arthur Ferguson, also known as Shona Ferguson, was a prominent Motswana actor and executive producer of Ferguson Films in South Africa. |
| Shona Powell-Hughes is a Welsh Rugby Union professional player who plays prop for the Wales women's national rugby union team and Gloucester Hartpury. |
