Siobhan Meade

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Siobhan Meade — God is gracious
350K People worldwide
Ireland Most common in
1985s Peak popularity
Gender
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Siobhan Meade 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 Meade: Ada Meade (1883–1965), American actress Emily Meade (born 1989), American actress Garth Meade (1925–2002), South African comedian/actor, active in Australia since 1970 Mary Meade (1923–2003), American film actress of the 1940s Alexa Meade (born 1986), American artist Angela Meade (born 1977), American opera singer Tyson Meade (born 1962), singer and songwriter Arthur Meade, 5th Earl of Clanwilliam (1873–1953), British army officer and politician George Meade (1815–1872), American Civil War general Richard Meade, 4th Earl of Clanwilliam (1832–1907), British Royal Navy officer Richard John Meade. 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: Meade

English

Ada Meade (1883–1965), American actress Emily Meade (born 1989), American actress Garth Meade (1925–2002), South African comedian/actor, active in Australia since 1970 Mary Meade (1923–2003), American film actress of the 1940s Alexa Meade (born 1986), American artist Angela Meade (born 1977), American opera singer Tyson Meade (born 1962), singer and songwriter Arthur Meade, 5th Earl of Clanwilliam (1873–1953), British army officer and politician George Meade (1815–1872), American Civil War general Richard Meade, 4th Earl of Clanwilliam (1832–1907), British Royal Navy officer Richard John Meade.

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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 Meade

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 Meade:

6
Expression Number

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

9
Soul Urge Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

6
Personality Number

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

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 Meade?
The surname Meade originates from English. Ada Meade (1883–1965), American actress Emily Meade (born 1989), American actress Garth Meade (1925–2002), South African comedian/actor, active in Australia since 1970 Mary Meade (1923–2003), American film actress of the 1940s Alexa Meade (born 1986), American artist Angela Meade (born 1977), American opera singer Tyson Meade (born 1962), singer and songwriter Arthur Meade, 5th Earl of Clanwilliam (1873–1953), British army officer and politician George Meade (1815–1872), American Civil War general Richard Meade, 4th Earl of Clanwilliam (1832–1907), British Royal Navy officer Richard John Meade.
What are the origins of the name Siobhan Meade?
The name Siobhan Meade combines two different traditions: the first name Siobhan has Hebrew roots, while the surname Meade originates from English.
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