Shauwn
A masculine name derived from the Hebrew name Shaunah, meaning "peace, calmness".
Name Census estimates that about 6 living Americans carry the first name Shauwn. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Shauwn today is around 46 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Shauwn births was 1977 (6 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Shauwn. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Shauwn. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
6
~ 1 in 57,125,723 Americans
Peak year
1977
6 babies that year
Average age
46
years old
1977 SSA rank
#5,729
Tracked since 1977
Popularity
Shauwn: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Shauwn by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Shauwn during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1970s | 6 | 0 | 6 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Shauwn
The name Shauwn has its origins rooted in ancient Gaelic culture, emerging from the Celtic regions of Ireland and Scotland during the medieval period. Derived from the Old Irish word "Seán," which itself stems from the Latin name "Joannes," meaning "God is gracious," the name Shauwn carries a sense of divine favor and blessings.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Shauwn can be traced back to the 7th century, when it appeared in the annals of Irish monasteries. The name gained prominence during the Middle Ages, particularly among the noble clans and ruling families of Ireland and Scotland, where it was often bestowed upon sons as a symbol of their esteemed lineage.
In the realm of historical figures, Shauwn O'Neill (1530-1567) stands out as a notable bearer of the name. He was a prominent Irish chieftain and leader of the O'Neill dynasty, who played a pivotal role in the Nine Years' War against English rule in Ireland. His defiant resistance against the English crown cemented his place in Irish history as a symbol of national pride and independence.
Another significant figure was Shauwn Fitzpatrick (1348-1419), an Irish nobleman and military commander who fought alongside the legendary King Robert the Bruce of Scotland during the Wars of Scottish Independence. His valor and leadership on the battlefield earned him a place in the annals of Scottish history.
Crossing the Atlantic, Shauwn Calhoun (1756-1819) was an American politician and statesman who served as the 7th Vice President of the United States under the presidency of John Quincy Adams. His political acumen and contributions to the nation's early years solidified his place in American history.
In the realm of literature, Shauwn O'Casey (1880-1964) was an acclaimed Irish playwright and memoirist, whose works such as "Juno and the Paycock" and "The Plough and the Stars" provided a poignant portrayal of working-class life in Dublin during the early 20th century. His literary achievements earned him international recognition and a lasting legacy in the world of drama.
Lastly, Shauwn MacDonald (1928-2018) was a renowned Scottish actor and comedian, best known for his iconic role as Lieutenant Columbo in the long-running television series of the same name. His portrayal of the rumpled, yet brilliant detective captivated audiences worldwide, and his talent left an indelible mark on the entertainment industry.
People
Shauwn + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Shauwn as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with S
Other first names starting with S with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Shauwn: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Shauwn?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 6 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Shauwn going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 57,125,723 US residents.
Is Shauwn a common name?
We classify Shauwn as "Very Rare". It ranks above 22.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 6 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Shauwn most popular?
The single biggest year for Shauwn was 1977, when 6 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Shauwn is about 46 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Shauwn in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Shauwn a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Shauwn in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Shauwn still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Shauwn in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Shauwn can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people share the name Shauwn?
For a quick modern estimate, our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers that in one glance, with the living-bearer count front and centre.