Shannah
SHAH-nah
Shannah is a girl’s name of Hebrew origin, meaning “A variant of Shana, meaning 'lily' or 'rose' in Hebrew.”, and peaked in popularity in 1978.
What Shannah Means
“A variant of Shana, meaning 'lily' or 'rose' in Hebrew.”
The Story of Shannah
This name, like a delicate bloom unfurling in a quiet garden, carries a promise of gentle beauty and enduring grace.
Shannah is a tender variation of Shana, a name with roots in the Hebrew language, often interpreted to mean 'lily' or 'rose.' These floral meanings connect it to ancient traditions of naming children after symbols of purity, beauty, and ephemeral loveliness. The name’s journey has been one of quiet evolution, carrying these soft significations across generations.
To speak 'Shannah' is to feel a delicate touch, like petals brushing against your skin. It is a name that evokes a sense of inner peace and a gentle strength, qualities you see already forming in your child. When you write Shannah on a baby card, it feels like you are gifting her a quiet promise of inherent kindness and serene beauty.
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The Achiever
Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#51 in 1978
Total Births
1,378
First Recorded
1945
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