Shannan
boy nameShannan entered the US charts in 1963, peaked at #1886 in 1974, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1963–2025
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rank today
#1886
peak (1974)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1960s | #3031 |
| 1970s | #2292 |
| 1980s | #5144 |
| 1990s | #8410 |
Living bearers
About 300 people named Shannan are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Shannan alive today was born around 1975, making them about 50 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Shannan in 2025?
- Shannan is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Shannan most popular?
- Shannan peaked in 1974, reaching #1886 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Shannan with classmates?
- Shannan will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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