Shannon

Girl's name

Shannon is of Irish origin, derived from the name of the River Shannon in Ireland. It means "wise river" or "old river."

Meaning Old, ancient
Origin Gaelic
U.S. births in 2023 107 Falling
Peak year 1970

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Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Shannon Elizabeth - Actress, "American Pie"
  • Shannon Miller - Gymnast, Olympic gold medalist
  • Shannon Lucid - Astronaut, record-setting space missions
  • Shannon Tweed - Model, actress, reality TV personality
  • Shannon Purser - Actress, "Stranger Things"
  • Shannon Bream - News anchor, journalist
  • Shannon Woodward - Actress, "Westworld"
  • Shannon Lee - Actress, daughter of Bruce Lee
  • Shannon Hoon - Musician, lead singer of Blind Melon
  • Shannon Beador - Reality TV personality, "Real Housewives of Orange County"

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