Shona

Female

Meaning

Fem. Form Of John

Origin

Scottish

Pronunciation

/ʃoʊnə/

Traits associated with the name Shona:

Dogs named Shona tend to be loving, industrious, brave, and strong-willed. This feminine name is also associated with companionship.

What does it say about you to have a dog named Shona?

Naming your dog Shona suggests that you have a strong connection to Scotland or Irish culture, as Shona is a popular name in both countries. It also suggests that you have a strong appreciation for unique and meaningful names.

Is Shona a good dog name?

Shona has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for dogs to recognize. Shona isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!

Popularity: Overall

4,090
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2,998
New York City Dog Name Database
2,667
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

Shona is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!

Popularity: Historical Trend

Shona was, in the past month, the 3856th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of November 2024, Shona is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.

We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.

In the past week, Shona was viewed 44 times, and liked 1 times.

Popularity: United States

The map below shows Shona's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.

Shona is most adored in Arizona, Pennsylvania and Virginia.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Utah, Washington and North Carolina.

Popularity: Around The World

And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Shona.

Most popular breeds named Shona:

  1. Rhodesian Ridgeback
  2. American Pitbull Terrier
  3. Labrador Retriever
  4. Chihuahua

Shona is found in these categories:

scottish dog names
scottish

Derived from Gaelic, meaning "God is gracious" in Scottish culture.

Dog names like Shona:

God Is Gracious
Agnes Reversed
Bright, Radiant
Princess
With a lot of attitude.
Queen of sheba.
Shona dog name meaning

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