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An unusual way to spell the name 'Shannon' - an Irish name meaning wise or ancient one. This could mean they are old souls.

Shanyn's are very sensitive and shy most of the time but can be loud, crazy and silly. They are quite smart and modest and will not easily take a compliment. They are bookworms and have a very passionate creative streak. They will often hide away from the world when they are sad, upset or angry and often have short-tempers. They are usually quite organised and have a knack for learning new languages. Most Shanyn's have dark hair and green or blue eyes.

Some possible careers might be nurse, teacher, artist, author, zoo-keeper, secretary, interior decorater/designer, architectural designer
P1: Who's that girl over there?
P2: That's Shanyn. She's really shy.
P3: But I've heard she's really awesome once you get to know her!
P1: We should go talk to her!
Shanyn by Sassi_Girl December 27, 2011

shancing 

When you have to go shit so bad, you're practically dancing.
Tiffany: Ronald, stop shancing and go use the damn bathroom already.
shancing by tiffanylovesux3 November 26, 2009
A beautiful girl who everyone loves. She has so many talents and other admire her for them. She is friendly supportive and very holy. She is God’s gift to the Earth
Shannyn is the best friend ever!
Shannyn by Anonymous131721 April 23, 2018

Shanaynayphobia 

N.The fear of females, hoodrats and chickenheads with made up names thought up right at birth.
Someone with Shanaynayphobia would be terrified of the following names: Jaquita, Salongia, Kiani, Bonquiqui, Falita, Lafandianna, and most common Shanaynay.
Shanaynayphobia by Jaqueece Jackson December 1, 2009
Someone who's funny by using sarcasm and intelligence. Shannyn will always impress the pants off of anyone. usually loud and rather talkative. Shannyn can't sing or dance but marvels in other talents. often insecure for no reason. Very nice style and eyes.
hilarious sarcastic shy loud beautiful annoying Shannyn
shannyn by ballinfalife August 23, 2011

Shancing 

When you have to go shit so bad, your practically dancing.
Robin: Kevin! slow down on the prune juice! You're gunna be shancing before we get back.
Shancing by Ronaldo the Dinosaur November 24, 2009
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