Gracious
Shona is the Scottish Gaelic form of Joan, which ultimately derives from the Hebrew name Yochanan. While it shares roots with Jane and Jean, it developed a distinct identity in Scotland during the 20th century. It is also the name of a Bantu ethnic group and language in Zimbabwe, though as a Western given name, it is primarily Scottish.
Less common today
Shona isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,463 in 1990.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).
New Zealand singer-songwriter
British music journalist and television personality
English actress known for EastEnders
Australian fitness expert and author