Lincoln vs Shannon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lincoln

Boy #73 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lake colony, settlement by the pool"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #2,609 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"old river, ancient waters"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Lincoln Rank #73

Shannon Rank #2,609

Lincoln is more popular, ranked #73 vs #2609 for Shannon.

Is Lincoln or Shannon more popular?

Lincoln is more popular, ranked #73 compared to Shannon at #2609 in the United States.

What do Lincoln and Shannon mean?

Lincoln means "lake colony, settlement by the pool" (Old English origin). Shannon means "old river, ancient waters" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Lincoln and Shannon boy or girl names?

Lincoln is primarily a boy name. Shannon is primarily a boy name.