Shannon Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Shannon Name at a Glance

Name	Shannon
Meaning	Old. Surname and river name.
Origin	Irish
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Shannon Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Shannon means “Old. Surname and river name”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Shannon Name Origin

Our database records Shannon under Irish origin. Browse more Irish baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Shannon a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Shannon is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Shannon

When considering Shannon for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.