US Popularity:25483
Origin:Irish
Meaning:The old fort
A rare place name ideal for honoring Irish heritage, Shandon is considered gender-neutral and derives from several settlements throughout Cork, Ireland. From An Seandún, Shandon means “the old fort,” embodying the ancientness of Irish history. Parents may adore the song “The Bells of Shandon” by Father Prout, which was written in the 19th century. This affectionate piece sings of adoration for the chiming of St. Anne's Church near the River Lee in Cork City. Whether baby has an old soul or giggles as “wild” as the Shandon bells, this charming name is for the joyful tot full of “magic spells.”

Shandon Name Popularity Data

U.S. Births

Overall:Shandon is currently #25483 in U.S. births
Boy:Shandon is currently #29824 in U.S. births
Girl:Shandon is currently #19595 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
1999
Gender:
Girl
#19595
in 1999
- 6677
from 1998
In comparison to the previous year's data
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