The name Shannie, of Irish origin, means 'old.' It is derived from the Irish word 'sean,' which translates to 'old' in English. Shannie is an uncommon name, offering a unique and distinctive sound. It consists of two syllables: Sha-nie, with the stress on the first syllable. The name has gained some popularity in recent years due to its use by celebrities such as American musician Shannon Leto and Irish actress Shannon Kane.
"The name Shannie experienced popularity in the late 60s to early 70s with a peak of 10 births in 1971, and again in the mid-90s with another peak of 7 births in 1995."