Old river or wise river
Shannin is a variant of Shannon, derived from the name of the longest river in Ireland. It stems from the Old Irish 'Sionainn', which is associated with the goddess Sionann and the concept of ancient wisdom.
Less common today
Shannin isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #9,490 in 1998.
American actress and musician known for A Knight's Tale
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
