Shawn Hogan

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Shawn Hogan — Irish
300K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Shawn Hogan is a name that combines Irish origins. The first name Shawn is a masculine given name of Irish origin. Shawn is a unisex given name, an anglicized spelling of the Irish name Seán. Alternate spellings include Shawne, Shaun, Shon and Sean. The name Shawn was widely used by the 1940s for children born in the United States. Along with spelling variants Sean and Shaun, the name was among the top 1,000 names for American boys by 1950 and, with all spellings combined, was a top 10 name for American boys in 1971. The popularity of actor Sean Connery increased use of the name. The name Shaun was popularized in the late 1970s by singer Shaun Cassidy. The surname Hogan: Allan Hogan (born 1943), Australian journalist Anni Hogan (born 1961), British musician and composer Ben Hogan (1912–1997), American golfer Bill Hogan (politician), Canadian politician Bill Hogan III, American early 1960s ice hockey player Billy Hogan (1933–1994), American singer and songwriter Bosco Hogan (fl. Shawn is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 300K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Shawn reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Shawn

Irish

Shawn is a unisex given name, an anglicized spelling of the Irish name Seán. Alternate spellings include Shawne, Shaun, Shon and Sean. The name Shawn was widely used by the 1940s for children born in the United States. Along with spelling variants Sean and Shaun, the name was among the top 1,000 names for American boys by 1950 and, with all spellings combined, was a top 10 name for American boys in 1971. The popularity of actor Sean Connery increased use of the name. The name Shaun was popularized in the late 1970s by singer Shaun Cassidy.

Surname: Hogan

English

Allan Hogan (born 1943), Australian journalist Anni Hogan (born 1961), British musician and composer Ben Hogan (1912–1997), American golfer Bill Hogan (politician), Canadian politician Bill Hogan III, American early 1960s ice hockey player Billy Hogan (1933–1994), American singer and songwriter Bosco Hogan (fl.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Shawn is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Shawn by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Shawn Hogan

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Shawn Hogan:

11
Expression Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

8
Soul Urge Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

3
Personality Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Shawn?
The first name Shawn originates from Irish. Shawn is a unisex given name, an anglicized spelling of the Irish name Seán. Alternate spellings include Shawne, Shaun, Shon and Sean. The name Shawn was widely used by the 1940s for children born in the United States. Along with spelling variants Sean and Shaun, the name was among the top 1,000 names for American boys by 1950 and, with all spellings combined, was a top 10 name for American boys in 1971. The popularity of actor Sean Connery increased use of the name. The name Shaun was popularized in the late 1970s by singer Shaun Cassidy.
When was Shawn most popular?
The name Shawn reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Hogan?
The surname Hogan originates from English. Allan Hogan (born 1943), Australian journalist Anni Hogan (born 1961), British musician and composer Ben Hogan (1912–1997), American golfer Bill Hogan (politician), Canadian politician Bill Hogan III, American early 1960s ice hockey player Billy Hogan (1933–1994), American singer and songwriter Bosco Hogan (fl.
What are the origins of the name Shawn Hogan?
The name Shawn Hogan combines two different traditions: the first name Shawn has Irish roots, while the surname Hogan originates from English.
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