Seanna Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationSHAN-uh / ˈʃænəIrish; English
Meaning
Irish: God is gracious; English: variant of Shannon
Historical & Cultural Background
Seanna is often considered a feminine form of the name Sean, which is derived from the Irish name Seán. The name has roots in both Irish and English cultures, reflecting a blend of influences. It has gained popularity in various English-speaking countries, particularly in the late 20th century. The name is sometimes associated with the River Shannon in Ireland, which adds to its cultural significance.
Trend Summary
Seanna has seen a modest rise in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Shanna
- Shanah
International Variants
- Shan (Chinese)
- Sian (Welsh)
Famous people named Seanna
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Seanna was first seen in the United States in 1959. Seanna has ranked as high as #1258 nationally, which occurred in 2006, and has been most popular in California, Florida, Texas, New York, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Seanna has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Seanna (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1959 | 6 |
| 1961 | 8 |
| 1962 | 6 |
| 1963 | 6 |
| 1964 | 6 |
| 1965 | 6 |
| 1966 | 13 |
| 1967 | 12 |
| 1968 | 19 |
| 1969 | 20 |
| 1970 | 19 |
| 1971 | 25 |
| 1972 | 24 |
| 1973 | 17 |
| 1974 | 18 |
| 1975 | 20 |
| 1976 | 14 |
| 1977 | 24 |
| 1978 | 22 |
| 1979 | 18 |
| 1980 | 20 |
| 1981 | 27 |
| 1982 | 20 |
| 1983 | 32 |
| 1984 | 33 |
| 1985 | 37 |
| 1986 | 24 |
| 1987 | 24 |
| 1988 | 35 |
| 1989 | 25 |
| 1990 | 32 |
| 1991 | 37 |
| 1992 | 30 |
| 1993 | 27 |
| 1994 | 36 |
| 1995 | 40 |
| 1996 | 30 |
| 1997 | 53 |
| 1998 | 56 |
| 1999 | 67 |
| 2000 | 60 |
| 2001 | 71 |
| 2002 | 71 |
| 2003 | 66 |
| 2004 | 63 |
| 2005 | 107 |
| 2006 | 125 |
| 2007 | 94 |
| 2008 | 86 |
| 2009 | 63 |
| 2010 | 51 |
| 2011 | 71 |
| 2012 | 55 |
| 2013 | 54 |
| 2014 | 41 |
| 2015 | 28 |
| 2016 | 28 |
| 2017 | 30 |
| 2018 | 16 |
| 2019 | 30 |
| 2020 | 23 |
| 2021 | 23 |
| 2022 | 31 |
| 2023 | 27 |
| 2024 | 29 |