Shannah

Diminutive of Shoshana or Shannon, variation of Shaina

Shannah Origin and Meaning

The name Shannah is a girl's name.

Shannah is a feminine name with Hebrew origins, typically considered a variant of Shana or Shanah, meaning "lily" or "rose." It may also be connected to the Hebrew word "shanah," meaning "year" or "change." Some see it as a variation of Shannon, the Irish name derived from the River Shannon. Shannah has a melodic quality and gained some recognition in the 1970s and 1980s, though it never became widely popular. The spelling with the double 'n' and 'h' gives the name a distinctive appearance compared to simpler variants. Today, Shannah remains an uncommon choice that carries a blend of Hebrew tradition and contemporary style.