Shenandoah

Shenandoah Meaning & Origin

About Shenandoah
The name "Shenandoah" is of Native American origin and is derived from the Iroquoian word "sherando," meaning "beautiful daughter of the stars." It is most commonly associated with the Shenandoah Valley in Virginia, which is known for its picturesque landscapes and natural beauty. The name reflects the region's enchanting and celestial qualities, evoking a sense of awe and admiration.

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Name Popularity

Gender Distribution

Most individuals with the name Shenandoah are female.

Shenandoah Popularity Trends

The popularity of the name has increased by 33.33% over the past year.

Pronunciation

📇 Metaphone
XNNT
🗽 NYSIIS
SA
🔊 Soundex
S050530
🎵 Syllabic Pronunciation
SH EH2 N AH0 N D OW1 AH0
🌐 IPA
/ˌʃɛnənˈdoʊə/
🔊 Double Metaphone
('XNNT', '')
🈯 Cross-Lingual Phonetic
S553

Accessibility & Communication

How to write the name Shenandoah in Braille

Here's how to represent Shenandoah in Braille, with each pattern of raised dots corresponding to a letter of the name.

The name Shenandoah in braille

How to Spell the Name Shenandoah in American Sign Language (ASL)

The image below shows how you can spell Shenandoah using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.

The name Shenandoah in sign language

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