Siobhan
Siobhan first appears in US records in 0. It peaked in 1980, when 282 girls were given the name.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Siobhan popular?
Vintage Siobhan is rarely given today, but saw real use in the past — it peaked back in 1980.
| 2020s | 543 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 548 | |
| 2000s | 758 | |
| 1990s | 1,334 | |
| 1980s | 2,086 | |
| 1970s | 996 | |
| 1960s | 869 | |
| 1950s | 265 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Siobhan mean?
The Irish form of Jeanne/Joan (Siobhán), a feminine of John, ultimately from Hebrew 'Yochanan' meaning 'God is gracious.' A John-root grace name.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Siobhan mean?
Siobhan means God is gracious. The Irish form of Jeanne/Joan (Siobhán), a feminine of John, ultimately from Hebrew 'Yochanan' meaning 'God is gracious.' A John-root grace name.
What is the origin of the name Siobhan?
Siobhan is of irish origin.
How do you pronounce Siobhan?
Siobhan is pronounced “shiv-AWN.”
Is Siobhan a boy or a girl name?
Siobhan is most commonly used as a girl name.
Is Siobhan a popular name right now?
Siobhan is rarely given today, but saw real use in the past — it peaked back in 1980.
How popular is the name Siobhan?
In 2025, Siobhan ranked #2096 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Siobhan most popular?
Siobhan was most popular in 1980, when about 282 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Siobhan?
Names similar to Siobhan include Saoirse, Sinead, Aoife, Fiadh, Niamh.
What names go well with Siobhan?
irish names that pair well with Siobhan include Ryan, Liam, Aiden, Sean, Aidan.