Shawn
BoyIrish
Shawn is a boy name of Irish origin meaning "God is gracious".
About this name
Gender
Boy
Language
Irish
Religion
Christian
Popularity
24 / 100
Syllables
1
Length
5 letters
Meaning
God is gracious
Etymology
Derived from the Irish Seán, which comes from the Latin Ioannes, itself from the Hebrew name Yôḥānān meaning “Yahweh is gracious.”
Famous People Named Shawn
- Shawn Michaels — American professional wrestler
- Shawn Levy — Canadian fimmaker (born 1968)
- Shawn Ashmore — Canadian actor
- Shawn Roberts — Canadian actor (born 1984)
- Shawn Yue — Hong Kong singer and actor
Frequently Asked Questions About Shawn
What does the name Shawn mean?
Shawn means "God is gracious", and is of Irish origin.
What is the origin of the name Shawn?
Shawn originates from Irish, commonly used in Europe.
Is Shawn a boy or girl name?
Shawn is typically used as a boy name.
What religion is the name Shawn associated with?
Shawn is associated with Christian.
Are there famous people named Shawn?
Yes — notable people named Shawn include Shawn Michaels (American professional wrestler), Shawn Levy (Canadian fimmaker, born 1968), Shawn Ashmore (Canadian actor), Shawn Roberts (Canadian actor, born 1984) and Shawn Yue (Hong Kong singer and actor).
Last updated: June 2026