Siobhan Tolson

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Siobhan Tolson — God is gracious
350K People worldwide
Ireland Most common in
1985s Peak popularity
Gender
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Siobhan Tolson 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 Tolson: Aaron Tolson, American tap dancer Chick Tolson (1898–1965), American baseball player Clyde Tolson (1900–1975), American Associate Director of the FBI Dean Tolson (born 1951), American basketball player Edgar Tolson (1904–1984), American woodcarver Jim Tolson, Scottish politician Joe P. Tolson (1941–2019), American politician John Tolson (academic) (died 1644), English academic administrator at the University of Oxford Max Tolson (born 1945), Australian football (soccer) forward Melvin B. Tolson (1900–1966), American writer Neil Tolson (born 1973), English footballer 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: Tolson

Scottish

Aaron Tolson, American tap dancer Chick Tolson (1898–1965), American baseball player Clyde Tolson (1900–1975), American Associate Director of the FBI Dean Tolson (born 1951), American basketball player Edgar Tolson (1904–1984), American woodcarver Jim Tolson, Scottish politician Joe P. Tolson (1941–2019), American politician John Tolson (academic) (died 1644), English academic administrator at the University of Oxford Max Tolson (born 1945), Australian football (soccer) forward Melvin B. Tolson (1900–1966), American writer Neil Tolson (born 1973), English footballer

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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 Tolson

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 Tolson:

1
Expression Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

1
Soul Urge Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

9
Personality Number

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

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 Tolson?
The surname Tolson originates from Scottish. Aaron Tolson, American tap dancer Chick Tolson (1898–1965), American baseball player Clyde Tolson (1900–1975), American Associate Director of the FBI Dean Tolson (born 1951), American basketball player Edgar Tolson (1904–1984), American woodcarver Jim Tolson, Scottish politician Joe P. Tolson (1941–2019), American politician John Tolson (academic) (died 1644), English academic administrator at the University of Oxford Max Tolson (born 1945), Australian football (soccer) forward Melvin B. Tolson (1900–1966), American writer Neil Tolson (born 1973), English footballer
What are the origins of the name Siobhan Tolson?
The name Siobhan Tolson combines two different traditions: the first name Siobhan has Hebrew roots, while the surname Tolson originates from Scottish.
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