Shanny is an appealing, unique name of Irish origin. It is derived from the ancient Irish given name Siobhan, which means 'God is gracious'. This name has been popular among families in Ireland for centuries and continues to be a charming choice today.
The name Shanny appears to have been most popular during the late 1980s and early 1990s, with a peak of eight babies given this name in 1988. It experienced a brief resurgence in popularity in 2006, with five births that year. Overall, there were twenty-four babies named Shanny between 1988 and 2006.