The baby name Shanahan is a unisex name, 3 syllables long and is pronounced "shuh-nuh-han".
Shanahan is Irish in Origin.
Shanahan is an Irish surname that originated from the Gaelic name "O'Seanachain," which means "descendant of Seanachan." Seanachan is a personal name that means "wise" or "old." The name Shanahan is most commonly found in the Munster region of Ireland, particularly in County Limerick. The Shanahan family was known for their involvement in politics and law in Ireland.
The name Shanahan is typically used as a surname and is not commonly used as a first name. It is a gender-neutral name, meaning it can be used for both boys and girls. The pronunciation of Shanahan is shuh-NAH-han, with the emphasis on the second syllable. The name is composed of two parts: "shan" meaning "wise" or "old," and "ahan" meaning "little" or "small."
The Shanahan name has a rich history in Ireland, with many notable figures bearing the name. One of the most famous Shanahans was John Shanahan, who was a member of the Irish Republican Brotherhood and played a key role in the Easter Rising of 1916. Another notable Shanahan was Michael Shanahan, who was a prominent lawyer and politician in Ireland in the early 20th century. Today, the name Shanahan is still commonly found in Ireland and in Irish communities around the world.
Shanahan has the following similar or variant Names
- Shanaghan |
- Shanahan |
- Shanahen |
- Shanhan