What does shawn mean in french?

"Shawn" is an Irish name and doesn't have a direct translation in French. However, the name is often pronounced similarly to the French name "Sean."

Sean is a French name of Irish origin, meaning "God is gracious."

It's worth noting that the spelling "Sean" is more common in Irish Gaelic.

Therefore, while "Shawn" doesn't have a literal translation, the closest equivalent in French would be "Sean."