Shannan
Shannan is a girl's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Old river or wise river.
Origin and history
Shannan is a variant spelling of Shannon, which originates from the River Shannon in Ireland, derived from the Old Irish word 'Senann' meaning old or wise river. It gained popularity in the United States during the mid-to-late 20th century alongside other spelling variations. Today, it is rarely given to newborn girls in the U.S.
Popularity in the United States
5,162 babies in the United States have been named Shannan since 1880. It ranks #2410 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- CA (20.6 %)
- TX (10.5 %)
- PA (8.1 %)
- OH (7.6 %)
- NY (6.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 82 |
| 1960-1970 | 846 |
| 1970-1980 | 2,161 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,204 |
| 1990-2000 | 669 |
| 2000-2010 | 182 |
| 2010-2019 | 18 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Famous people named Shannan
- Shannan Click: Model
Nicknames
Shan
Fun facts
- The name is derived from the River Shannon, the longest river in the British Isles.
- Shannan emerged as an alternative spelling to the traditional Shannon during its peak popularity in the late 20th century.