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Siobhan

Meaning: God is gracious (shi-VAWN)

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Syllables
2
Length
7 letters
Starts with
S
Ends with
n

Is Siobhan a popular baby name?

Popularity trend for Siobhan

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The chart shows BabyGen’s relative interest index for Siobhan across the past four decades. It blends search trends, naming-pattern signals, and our internal dataset — useful as a relative gauge, not an official census rank.

About the name Siobhan

Origin
Irish
Gender
Girl
Meaning
God is gracious (shi-VAWN)
Syllables
2
Length
7 letters

Origin & history of Siobhan

Siobhan comes from a irish naming tradition. Irish names blend Gaelic poetry with centuries of saints, kings, and storytellers. Below are favorites that travel well outside Ireland — easy to spell once you know the rules, deep in meaning, and beautiful out loud.

Within that tradition, Siobhan stands out for its meaning — God is gracious (shi-VAWN) — and for being recognizable across borders. Parents outside the original culture often pick Siobhan because it carries genuine history while still being easy to spell and say in everyday English.

Middle name ideas for Siobhan

Middles that balance Siobhan’s rhythm — shorter if Siobhan is long, longer if Siobhan is short — and read well together when spoken.

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Frequently asked questions about Siobhan

What does the name Siobhan mean?+

Siobhan means "God is gracious (shi-VAWN)". It's a irish girl's name with a clear, well-documented meaning that has carried through generations.

Where does the name Siobhan come from?+

Siobhan has Irish origins. Irish names blend Gaelic poetry with centuries of saints, kings, and storytellers. Below are favorites that travel well outside Ireland — easy to spell once you know the rules, deep in meaning, and beautiful out loud.

Is Siobhan a boy's or girl's name?+

Siobhan is most commonly used as a girl's name. Girls' usage is the dominant convention in the regions where the name is popular.

How do you pronounce Siobhan?+

Siobhan has 2 syllables. A common pronunciation guide is included in the meaning above.

Is Siobhan a popular baby name?+

Siobhan sits in a comfortable spot — recognizable without being overused. Parents looking for a name with meaning, easy pronunciation, and cultural depth often shortlist it. See the popularity trend chart above for how interest has shifted across recent decades.

What are good middle names for Siobhan?+

Middle names that pair well with Siobhan tend to balance its rhythm — if Siobhan is short, a longer middle reads well; if it's long, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name crisp. See the suggested middle names below.

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