Shawnell

Spelling variation of Sean

"God is gracious"

Shawnell Origin and Meaning

The name Shawnell is a girl's name.

Shawnell is a feminine name that emerged in the United States during the mid-to-late 20th century as part of the trend toward creating distinctive names by combining popular elements. It blends the name Shawn (an Irish name meaning "God is gracious") with the melodic -nell suffix, which has been used in names like Darnell and Janell. The name reached its modest peak of popularity in the 1970s and 1980s but has always remained relatively uncommon. Shawnell has a contemporary feel while maintaining a connection to the traditional Sean/Shawn origin. Its rhythmic two-syllable pronunciation gives it a balanced, harmonious quality that's neither overly elaborate nor too brief.