Shannon
girl name#2387 in 2025Shannon entered the US charts in 1912, peaked at #17 in 1976, ranks #2387 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1912–2025
#2387
rank today
#17
peak (1976)
75
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #4201 |
| 1920s | #2845 |
| 1930s | #1295 |
| 1940s | #651 |
| 1950s | #362 |
| 1960s | #158 |
| 1970s | #21 |
| 1980s | #42 |
| 1990s | #78 |
| 2000s | #313 |
| 2010s | #1077 |
| 2020s | #1965 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Shannon has been most popular in CA, NY, TX.
Living bearers
About 282,000 people named Shannon are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Shannon alive today was born around 1979, making them about 46 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Shannon in 2025?
- Shannon ranks #2387 among US girl names in 2025, with 75 babies given the name.
- When was the name Shannon most popular?
- Shannon peaked in 1976, reaching #17 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Shannon with classmates?
- Shannon will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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