Shaunessy
Shaunessy is a girl baby name. Ranked #34,641 in the US, popular nicknames include Sha, Shy, and Shaie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Shaunessy first appeared in US Social Security records in 1987.
Over 69 babies have been named Shaunessy in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Shaunessy is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #34,641 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #34,641
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Nicknames
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Shaunessy is also used as a boy name, ranked #31714.
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About the Name Shaunessy
Shaunessy is a girl name .
Is Shaunessy a boy or girl name? Shaunessy is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #34,641 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #31,714. Shaunessy is more commonly used as a boy name.
Shaunessy is currently ranked #34,641 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Shaunessy include Sha, Shy, Shaie, and Shauie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis