Shannon vs Brandon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Shannon

Boy #2,609 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"old river, ancient waters"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Boy #230 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"broom-covered hill"

Origin: Old English

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Shannon Rank #2,609

Brandon Rank #230

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

Is Shannon or Brandon more popular?

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

What do Shannon and Brandon mean?

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

Are Shannon and Brandon boy or girl names?

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