Girl Name · Irish Origin
Siobhan
Siobhan is a girl baby name of Irish origin, meaning "God is gracious". It currently sits in the Rare tier of US baby names for 2026, and parents who love Siobhan often also consider Savanna.
Siobhan meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: God is gracious
Origin: Irish naming roots help connect Siobhan to related Irish baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Siobhan as S·I·O·B·H·A·N, with 7 letters and a girl usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Siobhan is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Siobhan variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Siobhana, Siobhane, Siobhany, Siobha.
- Nicknames: Siob and S.
- Middle names: Pair Siobhan with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Siobhan middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Savanna, Savanah, Savannah, Shavonne, Sabina — full picks on the sibling names for Siobhan guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Siobhan? Browse our names like Siobhan guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Siobhan
What does the name Siobhan mean?
Siobhan means "God is gracious" and is of Irish origin.
What is the origin of Siobhan?
Siobhan originates in Irish naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Siobhan?
Siobhan has 7 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Siobhan a boy's or girl's name?
Siobhan is primarily used as a girl's name in US records.
How popular is Siobhan in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Siobhan sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Siobhan?
Names that share Siobhan's sound and style include Savanna, Savanah, Savannah, Shavonne, Sabina.
What middle names pair well with Siobhan?
Good middle-name fits for Siobhan pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Siobhan is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Siobhan is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Siobhan?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Siobhan share its rhythm without rhyming — Savanna, Savanah, Savannah all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.