Siobhan Lashley

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Siobhan Lashley — God is gracious
350K People worldwide
Ireland Most common in
1985s Peak popularity
Gender
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Siobhan Lashley is a name that combines Hebrew origins. The first name Siobhan is a feminine given name of Hebrew origin. Irish Gaelic form of Joan/Joanna, from Hebrew Yohanan (God is gracious). The name is famously difficult to pronounce for non-Irish speakers (Shih-VAWN). The surname Lashley: Bobby Lashley (born 1976), American professional wrestler and mixed martial artist Karl Lashley (1890–1958), American psychologist and behaviorist Michael Lashley, Barbadian politician Nick Lashley, American guitarist Peter Lashley (born 1937), Barbadian cricketer Sylvan Lashley, former president of the Atlantic Union College Lashley, Georgia, a town in Houston County, Georgia, US Lashley, Pennsylvania, a town in Fulton County, Pennsylvania, US William Lashly (1867–1940), Royal Navy seaman Lasley, a surname Siobhan is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 350K people globally, with the highest concentration in Ireland. The name Siobhan reached peak popularity in the 1985s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Siobhan

Meaning: God is gracious

Hebrew

Irish Gaelic form of Joan/Joanna, from Hebrew Yohanan (God is gracious). The name is famously difficult to pronounce for non-Irish speakers (Shih-VAWN).

Surname: Lashley

English

Bobby Lashley (born 1976), American professional wrestler and mixed martial artist Karl Lashley (1890–1958), American psychologist and behaviorist Michael Lashley, Barbadian politician Nick Lashley, American guitarist Peter Lashley (born 1937), Barbadian cricketer Sylvan Lashley, former president of the Atlantic Union College Lashley, Georgia, a town in Houston County, Georgia, US Lashley, Pennsylvania, a town in Fulton County, Pennsylvania, US William Lashly (1867–1940), Royal Navy seaman Lasley, a surname

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Geographic Distribution

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

Ireland 44%
United Kingdom 38%
Australia 12%
United States 6%

Popularity Over Time

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

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Name Variants & Related Names

The name Siobhan has several variants and related forms across different languages and cultures:

  • Joan
  • Joanna
  • Shevaun
  • Chevonne

Notable People Named Siobhan Lashley

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 Siobhan Lashley:

6
Expression Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

22
Soul Urge Number

Master Builder (Master Number 22). Combines grand vision with the practical ability to achieve lasting, large-scale goals.

11
Personality Number

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

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 Siobhan?
The first name Siobhan originates from Hebrew. Irish Gaelic form of Joan/Joanna, from Hebrew Yohanan (God is gracious). The name is famously difficult to pronounce for non-Irish speakers (Shih-VAWN).
When was Siobhan most popular?
The name Siobhan reached its peak popularity during the 1985s.
What is the origin of the surname Lashley?
The surname Lashley originates from English. Bobby Lashley (born 1976), American professional wrestler and mixed martial artist Karl Lashley (1890–1958), American psychologist and behaviorist Michael Lashley, Barbadian politician Nick Lashley, American guitarist Peter Lashley (born 1937), Barbadian cricketer Sylvan Lashley, former president of the Atlantic Union College Lashley, Georgia, a town in Houston County, Georgia, US Lashley, Pennsylvania, a town in Fulton County, Pennsylvania, US William Lashly (1867–1940), Royal Navy seaman Lasley, a surname
What are the origins of the name Siobhan Lashley?
The name Siobhan Lashley combines two different traditions: the first name Siobhan has Hebrew roots, while the surname Lashley originates from English.
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