Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Shanna originates from Hebrew, meaning 'a beautiful flower' or 'year.' It evolved from the Hebrew 'shanah' and gained popularity as a feminine name in the United States during the late 20th century. The name is often associated with positive traits like beauty and grace, and it does not have a direct biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈʃænə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
Shanna is derived from the Hebrew word 'shanah,' meaning 'year' or 'to change.' In some contexts, it is associated with the concept of 'a gift' or 'a beautiful flower.'
Meaning
a beautiful flower, year, gift
Language Evolution
Shanah (Hebrew), Shanna (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Shanna began to gain popularity in the United States during the 1970s and 1980s as a feminine given name.
Variants & Derivatives
Shan, Shanah, Shanika
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Shanna is perceived as a modern and feminine name, often associated with beauty and grace.
Famous People
Shanna Moakler, an American model and actress., Shanna Swendson, an American author.
📊 Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 1,855 peak births in 1978
Geographic Spread
Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in Utah
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 8 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 5312th of 10718 | 58 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 10292nd of 16616 | 30 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2821st of 9204 | 185 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1212th of 12526 | 1,376 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 313th of 19264 | 13,028 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 355th of 27321 | 11,575 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1667th of 35406 | 1,929 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 7419th of 30306 | 184 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - |
46.02% 712th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
64.26% 1431st/2227 |
93.83% 2280th/2430 |
44.16% 1260th/2853 |
23.64% 656th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
10.76% 316th/2937 |
14.64% 510th/3483 |
7.33% 258th/3518 |
7.02% 284th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
8.52% 314th/3685 |
9.21% 412th/4475 |
5.80% 301st/5194 |
7.33% 463rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
37.76% 1730th/4582 |
35.82% 1850th/5164 |
21.09% 1542nd/7313 |
30.00% 2239th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity
This map shows relative popularity across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends in the United States
This name shows strongest popularity in Utah across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, usage has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5312th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 10292nd out of 16616 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2821st out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1212th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 313th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 355th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1667th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7419th out of 30306 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.