Female and male first names beginning with the letter “S”..

Distinctive given name of Irish origin, derived from the Irish surname "O'Shannon" meaning "son of Shannon," inspired by Ireland's longest river.

American female name derived from the Irish surname O'Shannon, meaning "descendant of Shannon," with a French feminine suffix added for distinction.

Irish name derived from Siobhan, meaning "God is gracious," popularized in recent years with unique spelling and pronunciation.

Intriguing African American name composed of 'Shani' meaning six and 'kia' referring to life or spirit, conveying strength and regal dignity.

Exotic Irish name derived from O'Scanlain, meaning "descendant of Scanlan," with Scanlan originating from the Irish word "scán" meaning "shouting." It is associated with strength, courage, determination, and good fortune, having a rich history in Irish culture.

Unique and captivating given name of unknown origin, often associated with creativity, beauty, and harmony.

The name Shannon, derived from the Irish word 'Sionna' meaning 'wisdom', is an ancient and popular choice for girls, tracing back to Ireland's early medieval period and associated with legendary warrior queen Medb.

Irish unisex name derived from the Gaelic word "Sionna," meaning "wisdom" or "old." Originally a surname linked to County Cavan's River Shannon, it has since evolved into a popular given name.

Rare, American origin name derived from the Shenandoah River, named after the Iroquoian tribe "Shenandoah," meaning "daughter of the stars" or "town by the big mountain.

Uncommon yet charming Irish name derived from the surname Ó Seanáin, meaning "descendant of Seanán," historically linked to the prominent O'Malley clan in County Galway.

Unique Irish name derived from O'Scanlan, meaning "descendant of the little fair one." It signifies beauty and fairness.

Irish female name derived from Siobhán, meaning 'God is gracious', popularized by W.B. Yeats' literature, and offers a modern yet classic option.

Rare and distinctive Irish girl's name derived from the surname O'Scanlain/O'Scanaillin, meaning 'descendant of Scánlaín', with roots in the Gaelic words 'scáthach' ('shadowy/shady') and 'lann' ('enclosure').

Japanese-origin name with unknown meaning, possibly derived from Shannon and Aoa or related to 'mountain' in Japanese. It gained popularity through video games like Castlevania.

Hebrew-derived name meaning "song" or "lyric", evoking musicality and harmony, while also symbolizing courage and defiance through its biblical association with Shiphrah.

Uncommonly beautiful name of Igbo origin, derived from the word 'shano' meaning 'the sun has set', symbolizing new beginnings or endings in African culture.

Shannon is an Irish name derived from 'Sionnaigh', meaning 'wild or undulating', associated with Ireland's longest river.

Irish name derived from Seán or John, meaning "God is gracious" and originating from ancient Gaelic, with international popularity.

Shannon is an Irish name derived from "Sionnaigh," meaning "old" or "wisdom." It's associated with the goddess Sionna, who transformed into the Shannon River, symbolizing power and knowledge. Once popular for both boys and girls in Ireland during the Middle Ages, it's now predominantly used for females globally.

Irish girls' name derived from 'Sionnach', meaning 'fox', and historically used as a patronymic surname in Ireland.

Shanova is a distinctive African name of Igbo origin (Nigeria), created by combining 'Chinaza' ('God answers prayers') and 'Nvia' ('peace'), signifying 'God answers prayers with peace'.

Rare African name of Yoruba origin, translating to "the power of happiness".

Distinctive, mysterious name of unknown origin, gaining popularity for its modern sound despite lacking historical significance.

Chinese name derived from 'mountain spring', signifying purity, life, and harmony with nature.

Yoruba origin, translates to 'God has decreed peace,' symbolizing divine serenity and tranquility.

Uncommon yet captivating first name of African American origin, derived from the Arabic 'Shajarat al-Durr', meaning 'branch of eternity'.

Captivating African American name derived from Swahili, meaning "Thank God.

Captivating African-American name derived from Swahili, meaning "quiet/all" and symbolizing unity and tranquility.

Unique African girls' name meaning 'calm' or 'peaceful' in Swahili, originating from East Africa's Swahili people.

Unique African American name derived from Swahili "Shakina", meaning peace.

African origin name derived from Swahili, translating to "silent beauty," reflecting elegance without attention-seeking.

Distinctive and beautiful African American name, likely created by combining Shaquan and Shaquelle in the mid-to-late 20th century.

African American name derived from Shan (Irish Gaelic for 'young deer') and Quille (coinage of Charles), signifying grace and swiftness.

African-American name derived from Swahili's "shukrani," meaning "thankful" or "grateful.

Distinctive African American name derived from the Swahili word "sherehe," meaning "feast" or "celebration." It signifies joy, unity, and abundance.

African-derived name of Nigerian Yoruba origin, first used in the early 20th century as a variant of Shanika. It is associated with the Yoruba goddess Oya, signifying strength, courage, and joy.

Distinctively African name derived from the Yoruba word "Shango," meaning thunder deity, conveying power, strength, and divine favor.

Indian name derived from Sanskrit 'Shanta', meaning 'peaceful' or 'tranquil'. Traditionally given to boys, it's associated with the goddess of peace in Hindu mythology.

Sanskrit-derived unisex name meaning 'peace', popular in Hindu and Buddhist cultures, signifying harmony and tranquility.

The name Shanta originates from Sanskrit and means 'peace' or 'tranquility', reflecting the highly valued concept of shanti in Hinduism.