Shaughnessy, originating from Ireland, is an uncommon yet distinguished given name. Derived from the Irish surname 'O'Shaughnessy', which means 'from Shaughnessy's island', it carries a touch of historic and geographic significance. Pronounced as /ˈsæknɪsi/, this name has gained some popularity in recent times, particularly among families seeking unique yet meaningful names for their children.
The name Shaughnessy saw a peak in popularity with 11 babies named in 1997. There were no recorded births for the years 1986 to 1991 and 2002 to 2004, 2006 to 2008, and 2010 onwards based on these statistics.