Shanna

Diminutive of Shoshana or Shannon, variation of Shaina

"old and wise"

Shanna Origin and Meaning

The name Shanna is a girl's name.

Shanna is a feminine name with multiple possible origins. Most commonly, it's considered an Americanized variation of the Irish name Shannah, meaning 'wise' or a feminine form of Shane, meaning 'God is gracious.' Alternatively, it may derive from the Hebrew name Shoshana, meaning 'lily' or 'rose.' Shanna gained considerable popularity in the United States during the 1970s, reaching its peak usage in 1977. The name has a soft, melodic quality while remaining straightforward to pronounce and spell. Often pronounced 'SHAN-uh,' this accessible name offers the nickname option 'Shan.' Though less common for babies today, Shanna retains a classic, unpretentious charm that bridges multiple cultural traditions.

Shanna Rank in US Top 1000

# 859 in the US

Famous People Named Shanna

• Shanna Dophalene Collins American actress
• Shanna Annette Zolman American basketball player
• Shanna Lynn Moakler American model, actress, Miss USA
• Shanna Reed American dancer and actress
• Shanna Swendson American novelist
• Shanna McCullough American adult actress
• Shanna Leila Besson French actress, daughter of directors Luc Besson and Maïwenn
• Shanna Victoria Ferrigno American actress, daughter of actor and bodybuilder Lou Ferrigno

The name Shanna in Pop Culture

• Shanna the She Devil, Marvel Comics character
• Shanna Trahern character in "Shanna" by Kathleen Woodiwiss
• "Shanna's Show " book and TV series by Jean Marzollo