Larkin vs Shannon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Larkin

Boy #2,984 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"rough, fierce (diminutive)"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Boy #2,609 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"old river, ancient waters"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Larkin Rank #2,984

Shannon Rank #2,609

Shannon is more popular, ranked #2609 vs #2984 for Larkin.

Is Larkin or Shannon more popular?

Shannon is more popular, ranked #2609 compared to Larkin at #2984 in the United States.

What do Larkin and Shannon mean?

Larkin means "rough, fierce (diminutive)" (Irish Gaelic origin). Shannon means "old river, ancient waters" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Larkin and Shannon boy or girl names?

Larkin is primarily a boy name. Shannon is primarily a boy name.