Shonda

Scottish Gaelic

"God is gracious"

Shonda Origin and Meaning

The name Shonda is a girl's name.

Shonda is a feminine name with American origins, likely derived as a variation of Shawn or Sean, which come from the Irish name Seán, meaning 'God is gracious.' Popular primarily in the United States during the 1960s and 1970s, Shonda reached its peak popularity in the early 1970s. The name gained additional recognition through American television producer and screenwriter Shonda Rhimes, creator of hit series like 'Grey's Anatomy' and 'Scandal.' As a modern creation, Shonda exemplifies the trend of adapting traditionally masculine names into feminine forms with distinctive endings.

Shonda Rank in US Top 1000

# 995 in the US

Famous People Named Shonda

• Shonda Lynn Rhimes American screenwriter, director and producer
• Shonda Schilling wife of baseball player Curt Schilling
• Chonda Courtney Pierce American comedienne