Shawn

Meaning of Shawn

Shawn is the Irish version of the name John, which means "God is gracious." It implies that someone is thankful for God's gifts.

Shawn has Irish roots — browse every Irish baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Shawn

Shawn has cooled off, slipping to #682 in 2025, down from a peak of #135 in 2000.

Notable people named Shawn

• Shawn Mendes
  Canadian singer and songwriter
• Shawn Michaels
  American professional wrestler
• Shawn White
  American snowboarder and skateboarder
• Shawn Marion
  American former basketball player
• Shawn Ashmore
  Canadian film and TV actor

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Questions about the name Shawn

What does the name Shawn mean?

Shawn means shawn is the irish version of the name john, which means "god is gracious." it implies that someone is thankful for god's gifts, and it comes from Irish origins.

Is Shawn a boy's or a girl's name?

Shawn is most commonly used as a boy's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Shawn?

In 2025, Shawn ranked #682 for boys, down from #639 the year before.

When was Shawn most popular?

Shawn peaked at #135 in 2000.