# What Does the Name Shona Mean?

Shona is a girl name of Scottish origin. It means “God is gracious”.

**Origin:** Scottish

  **Gender:** girl

  **Pronunciation:** SHOH-nuh

The name Shona comes from Scottish roots, where it carries the meaning “God is gracious”. It is pronounced SHOH-nuh.

Is Shona a boy or girl name? Shona is traditionally used as a girl name.

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## Frequently asked questions

### What is the meaning of Shona?

Shona means “God is gracious”. It is a name of Scottish origin.

### What origin is the name Shona?

Shona is of Scottish origin.

### Is Shona a boy or girl name?

Shona is traditionally a girl name.