Shannen

Girl name

Shannen has been given to 2,071 babies in the U.S. since 1961. It peaked in 1993.

Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025

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Total babies

2,071

Peak year

1993 (225 babies)

Rank in 2025

Below top 1000

First recorded

1961

10-year trend

New / returning

Gender split

93% girls / 7% boys

Spellings & variants

Names one letter away from Shannen — alternate spellings parents actually use.

Shannongirl

348,161 babies since 1881

Shannangirl

5,479 babies since 1950

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FAQ

How popular is the name Shannen?

Shannen has been given to 2,071 babies in the U.S. since 1961. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.

When did the name Shannen peak?

Shannen peaked in 1993, when 225 babies were given the name.

Is Shannen a girl or boy name?

Shannen is primarily a girl name (93% of babies named Shannen are girls).

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