TheNameDBShannon
UnisexMeaning
Wise river or old river, derived from the River Shannon in Ireland.
Etymology
Shannon comes from the Irish 'Sionainn', possibly derived from 'sean' meaning 'old' or 'wise'. The name is primarily associated with the River Shannon, Ireland's longest river, and was later used as a given name.
About the Name Shannon
Shannon originated as a place name derived from Ireland's longest river but became popular as a given name in the 20th century. The name is used for all genders, though it became particularly popular for girls in English-speaking countries.