Shanan
SHAN-ən
Letters
6
Syllables
2
Origin
Irish
Total Births
868
Peak Year
#58 in 1970
First Recorded
1955
Style
Earthy & Bohemian, Nature-Inspired
Spelling
Easy to spell
What It Means
Possibly a variant of Shannon, an Irish name meaning 'wise' or 'old river'.
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The Seeker
Wise, introspective, and spiritual. These names carry depth and a quiet inner power.
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