Shianna Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Shianna is an Irish name derived from the Gaelic 'sionna', meaning 'river'. It evolved from Sionna to Shannon and then to Shianna. The name is associated with qualities of beauty and fluidity, reflecting its meaning related to water. There is no biblical relevance connected to this name.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Shianna"
Pronunciation
/ʃiˈɑːnə/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
Shianna is a modern variant of the name Shannon, which is derived from the River Shannon in Ireland. The name Shannon itself comes from the Gaelic word 'sionna', meaning 'the old river' or 'the river that flows'.
Meaning
river
Language Evolution
Sionna, Shannon, Shianna
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as parents sought unique and modern names for their children.
Variants & Derivatives
Shannon, Shianne, Shanna
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Shianna is perceived as a trendy and appealing name, often associated with uniqueness and a connection to nature.
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 63 peak births in 1997
Geographic Spread
Popular across 6 US states, with strongest presence in Indiana
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 4 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Shianna"
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 of "Shianna"
"Shianna" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 16521st of 19264 | 10 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 5138th of 27321 | 266 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3752nd of 35406 | 611 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 16778th of 30306 | 42 |
Regional Popularity of "Shianna" by Generation for 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 of "Shianna" by Generation for Female 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) |
88.39% 3257th/3685 |
- |
100.00% 5194th/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
54.50% 2497th/4582 |
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87.19% 6376th/7313 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Shianna"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Shianna" 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 of "Shianna" in the United States
The name Shianna is most popular in Indiana, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the MidWest region. 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, Shianna has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Shianna' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 16521st out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5138th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3752nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 16778th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Shianna' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.