Lily or rose; God is gracious
Shannah is a name with dual origins. It is often used as a variation of Shana, derived from the Hebrew name Shoshannah meaning 'lily' or 'rose'. Alternatively, it can be a variant of Shannon or a diminutive of Joanna, which means 'God is gracious'.
Fewer than 5 girls were named Shannah in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
American actress and filmmaker
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