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Shannon

Pronounced SHAN-unShare

Meaning: From the River Shannon; ultimate origin uncertain

  • Gender-neutral
  • Uncommon
  • 2 syllables

The story

Shannon comes from Ireland’s longest river. Its name may relate to an old word for ancient; possessor of wisdom is not an established translation.

Nicknames

  • Shan
  • Shay

Spellings & variants

  • Shannen
  • Shanon
  • Sionainn

Popularity

Uncommon

Outside the US top 1,000.

Style

Origins

Shannon comes from Irish.

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