Liam Patel

By Liam Patel
Linguistics Researcher

Updated on September 04, 2024

Shavaughn

US Popularity Rank: 11426

Origin: Celtic

Meaning: God is gracious

Shavaughn is a feminine name that is steeped in history and means “God is gracious.” It stems from the Irish name Siobhan and is of Celtic and Hebrew origin, and is a feminine form of the biblical name John and the Irish version of Joan. A consistent favorite in Ireland, it has been around since the Middle Ages, when the Anglo-Normans introduced a whole host of new names to the country. Shavaughn has a wide variety of spellings, including Shavonne and Shivonne, allowing you to choose your favorite for your little bundle of joy.