Shawntea is of African-American origin, derived from an blend of two names: Shawn and Te'a. The name Shawn is an adaptation of Sean, which itself comes from the Irish name Seán. Te'a, on the other hand, is a creative variant of Tea, likely inspired by its popularity as a shortened form of Tea Rose or other similar combinations. This unique fusion results in a distinctive name that stands out with its blend of cultural influences.
"The name Shawntea saw a peak in popularity with eight births in 1977, followed by another notable year with six births in 1981. The name then maintained a steady presence with five births each in 1982 and 1984, and again in 1990. Over these years, Shawntea was given to a total of twenty-nine babies."