Shawanda: Name Meaning, Origin, Nicknames and Popularity

The name Shawanda is of African origin. It is derived from the combination of two words, "shaw" meaning "meadow" or "woodland", and "wanda" meaning "to wander". Therefore, the name Shawanda can be interpreted as "one who wanders in the meadow" or "one who enjoys exploring nature".

The origin of the name Shawanda is uncertain. It is believed to be a modern American name, possibly created by combining elements from different cultures or languages. The name has gained popularity in African-American communities and may have connections to African or African-American roots. However, its exact origins and meanings are not well-documented.

The popularity of the name Shawanda has declined significantly in recent years. According to the Social Security Administration's data, the name reached its peak popularity in the 1970s and 1980s. Since then, it has steadily decreased in popularity. In 2020, Shawanda was not ranked among the top 1,000 names for girls in the United States.

Some possible variations of the name Shawanda include:
1. Shawanda
2. Sha-wanda
3. Shavonda
4. Shawnwanda
5. Shiwanda
6. Shyvonda
7. Shewanda
8. Sheyvonda
9. Chawanda
10. Chevonda

1. Shaw
2. Wanda
3. Sha
4. Shawny
5. Shandy
6. Wan
7. Shasha
8. Shawi
9. Wandy
10. Sha-Lo

1. Shawanda Bradford (actress)
2. Shawanda Hill (witness in George Floyd trial)
3. Shawanda Jones (basketball player)
4. Shawanda McNeal (singer)
5. Shawanda Wilson (author)