Shannan

SHAN-an'SHAN-un'2 syllables
🇬🇧English
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MEANING

Wise river

ORIGIN

Celtic

ETYMOLOGY

Derived from the Shannon River, the longest river in Ireland, with 'Shan-' meaning 'wise' and '-non' indicating 'river'.

CULTURAL NOTES

The name is associated with tranquility and wisdom, often linked to the River Shannon's historical significance in Ireland.

HISTORICAL CONTEXT

The River Shannon has been a critical waterway in Ireland since ancient times, associated with many myths and legends.

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