Shannon name meaning

✍  Updated on: March 21st, 2023
Gender: Unisex, both Boy and Girl
Origin: Old Irish, Anglo-Saxon, English and Celtic
Usage: Hindi and English
Pronunciation: sh(an)-non
Meaning: Ancient, Old, Old River and Irish River
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What does Shannon mean?

Shannon's meaning is Small and Wise, Old, Old River or Irish River is used as a gender-neutral name that came from Celtic, English, Anglo-Saxon and Old Irish is majorly used in English and Hindi.

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Shannon's impression as a baby name

Shannon is a beloved and timeless name that has been popular for decades. It's unique yet easy to pronounce, making it an excellent choice for parents looking for something distinct but not too outlandish.

One of the main draws of this name is its gender-neutral quality, which allows both boys and girls to use it. With its Gaelic roots, Shannon has a strong tie to Irish culture and heritage, adding an extra layer of significance to the name.

Its popularity has remained steady over the years, indicating its lasting appeal as a charming baby name choice.

How do I pronounce Shannon?

The most common pronunciation of two syllabled Shannon is sh(an)-non.

Variants of Shannon

Channon, Chanan, Channing, Shanen, Shauna, Jehanne, Ieuan, Johanan, Jane, Shawna, Chananel, Canning, Tiashauna, Jeanne, Johanna, Ivan, John, Johannes, Hanan, Asia, Jennie, Hanna, Janel, Maryjane, Janelee, Joan, Lashauna, Shana, Daeshawna, Shawnalee, Seanna, Shawnell

Names that rhyme with Shannon

How popular is the name Shannon?

Shannon was an extremely popular name in United States. Over 347025 babies have been named Shannon since 1881. At its zenith in 1976, it ranked 17th when 13548 parents chose the moniker for their baby girls.

However after 216 years, the name is currently sliding down on the charts. Moreover, the name has been to the top 50 baby names 19 times Also, a popular name in England and Wales having over 25472 recievers in 37 years of usage.

At the peak of its usage in 1996, the moniker grabbed the 11st spot and 4649 baby girls were given the name. Additionally, the first name has been in the top 50 baby names 8 times

Shannon was a common name in Ireland.

Over 3611 babies have been named Shannon since 1974. When at its peak in 1995,. However after 41 years, the name is on free fall on the charts. Also, In France, Shannon was once a common name since emerging in 1955 it has been given to over 2431 babies.

When at the peak of its usage in 1997,. But after 47 years, the name has lost its appeal a bit and is now ranking low. Also, Shannon used to be a common name in New South Wales, first appeared in 1973 and over 4810 babies have been given the name in 41 years.

When at its peak in 1977,. After 41 years of usage, the name has fallen out of the charts. Also, In Queensland, Shannon was once a common name since emerging in 1975 it has been given to over 3043 babies.

When at its peak in 1980,. After 42 years of usage, the name has fallen out of the charts.

Shannon is a familiar baby name in Belgium, it has been in use since 1995 and was able to reach the top 300 names.

In 1997, it achieved its highest ever ranking of 220 on girl names chart when 52 babies were given the name Shannon. Over 479 people have been named Shannon in Belgium.

But Shannon is a popular baby name in Canada where every 1 in 700 have the name as well as in, Australia and South Africa. According to our research, over 530000 babies have been named Shannon globally.

YearBoysGirls
RankBirthsRankBirths
20182085671469148
20171863781331173
20161882781252193
20151812821050249
20141775841013257
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Shannon in Nordic countries

CountriesMenWomen
First NameSecondary NameFirst NameSecondary Name
Netherlands65381663326
Finland0276214

What numbers say about Shannon?

You are passionate when it comes to relationships but cool off too easily. You can easily get turned off by a person's reckless behavior or bad habits. Next time you question your value and purpose, just remember that you are a genius. Instead of running over people on your way to success, you teach them how to find their own path and how to succeed. You are a hard person to analyze and understand because of your inconsistency.

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Middle names for Shannon

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Famous people named Shannon

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