Shivaun
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Shivaun first appeared in US Social Security records in 1956.
Over 65 babies have been named Shivaun in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Shivaun is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #64,480 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #64,480
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Shivaun
Shivaun is a girl name .
Shivaun is currently ranked #64,480 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Shivaun include Shi, Shiv, Shivy, Shivie, Aun, Auny, Aunie, Shy, Shie, and Shikins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Shivaun include Shivani . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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