Shawney
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Shawney first appeared in US Social Security records in 1961.
Over 35 babies have been named Shawney in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Shawney is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #8,639 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #8,639
- Total SSA Count
- 13
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About the Name Shawney
Shawney is a girl name .
Shawney is currently ranked #8,639 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Shawney include Sha, Shaw, Shawy, Shawie, Ney, Neyie, Shy, Shie, and Shakins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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