Brandon vs Shannon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Brandon

Boy #230 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"broom-covered hill"

Origin: Old English

English American Irish

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Boy #2,609 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"old river, ancient waters"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Brandon Rank #230

Shannon Rank #2,609

Brandon is more popular, ranked #230 vs #2609 for Shannon.

Is Brandon or Shannon more popular?

Brandon is more popular, ranked #230 compared to Shannon at #2609 in the United States.

What do Brandon and Shannon mean?

Brandon means "broom-covered hill" (Old English origin). Shannon means "old river, ancient waters" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Brandon and Shannon boy or girl names?

Brandon is primarily a boy name. Shannon is primarily a boy name.