US Popularity:12335
Origin:American
Other Origin(s):Hebrew, Welsh
Meaning:Good spearman; Gift of God, Yahweh has given
Shonda is a feminine name created in America from a love for its rhythm and sound. Most famously borne by the iconic producer, screenwriter, and author Shonda Rhimes, Shonda places baby in starlit company. Shonda was lyrically inspired by names like Shona and Rhonda, its roots intertwined in Hebrew and Welsh. Shona is a Scottish name derived from the Hebrew Yônâthân and happily means “Gift of God” or “Yahweh has given.” Rhonda holds a warrior within, meaning “good spearman” from the Welsh elements rhon and da, similar to the name of the Rhondda Valley in South Wales. Shonda, with its confidence and prestige, can help your little one embody their glowing potential.

How Popular Is The Name Shonda?

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2008
#20036
in 2008
+ 85
from 2007
In comparison to the previous year's data

Search Baby Girl Names

Search by:

  • Name or Meaning
  • Filter
  • Letter