Shana
Meaning of Shana
Shana is a unisex name that has its origins in Hebrew. In Hebrew, it is pronounced as shah-NAH (/ʃaˈna/). In English, it is pronounced as SHAY-nuh (/ʃeɪnə/). It also has variations such as Shanna and Shawna.
Looking at the data for newborns in the United States of America, we can see that Shana has been a moderately popular choice for parents over the years. Its popularity has fluctuated, with the highest occurrence being 115 in 2005 and the lowest being 5 in 1944. In recent years, it has been less commonly chosen, ranking around 3000 to 5000 in terms of popularity.
The name Shana carries no specific associations or meanings other than its Hebrew origin. It provides a unique and beautiful option for parents who are seeking a versatile name that can be used for both boys and girls.
Pronunciation
Hebrew
- Pronunced as shah-NAH (/ʃaˈna/)
English
- Pronunced as SHAY-nuh (/ʃeɪnə/)
U.S. Popularity Chart
Notable People Named Shana
| Shana Diane Madoff, also known as Shana Madoff Skoller Swanson, is a former attorney turned yoga teacher in the United States. |
| Shana Dobson - Shoshana Renee Dobson, a retired American mixed martial artist, competed in the Flyweight division and is best known for her time in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). |
| Shana Alexander was a pioneering American journalist known for her work at Life magazine and her participation in the "Point-Counterpoint" debate segments on 60 Minutes. |
| Shana Beth Halligan is a Los Angeles-based singer, songwriter, and composer, known for her work with Bitter:Sweet and as a contestant on The Voice. |
| Shana Caledonia Morrison is an Irish-American singer-songwriter and the daughter of Northern Irish singer-songwriter, Van Morrison, and his ex-wife, Janet Rigsbee Minto. |
| Shana Petrone is an American singer known for her work in country, freestyle, and dance music. |
| Shana Muldoon Zappa is an American writer, designer, and creator of the animated series Disney's Star Darlings. |
