Shawana
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Shawana first appeared in US Social Security records in 1956.
Over 1,881 babies have been named Shawana in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Shawana is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #9,648 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #9,648
- Total SSA Count
- 11
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About the Name Shawana
Shawana is a girl name .
Shawana is currently ranked #9,648 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Shawana include Sha, Shaw, Shawy, Shawie, Ana, Anay, Anaie, Shy, Shie, and Shakins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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