Shanon

Shanon is a gender-neutral name that functions primarily as a variant spelling of Shannon, which originated as an Irish surname derived from the River Shannon, Ireland's longest river. The name comes from the Irish 'Sionainn,' possibly meaning 'wise river' or 'old river.' While traditionally more common for girls in the United States, Shanon has been used for both boys and girls, with this particular spelling appearing less frequently than the double-n version. The name gained popularity in the mid-20th century but has become less common in recent decades. As a masculine name, Shanon offers a gentle, flowing quality while maintaining strong Celtic roots. The single-n spelling gives the name a streamlined appearance that distinguishes it slightly from the more common Shannon.

Pronounced SHAN-un.

As of October 2026, Shanon ranked #11914 in US births in 2019 SSA, peaked at #821 in 1969.