Shanno

Shanno is a feminine given name used in South Asia, particularly among speakers of Hindi, Urdu, and Punjabi. The name appears in Indian and Pakistani naming contexts and is sometimes heard in literature, songs, and film. As with many South Asian names, its meaning is not fixed across languages and regions; it is often associated with beauty, grace, or charm in contemporary usage.

Origin and variants: The precise etymology of Shanno is not universally agreed. It is sometimes treated as a standalone name or as a diminutive form related to terms for beauty or prestige in South Asian languages. Spelling and transliteration vary, yielding forms such as Shanno, Shanon, or Shano.

Geographic and cultural context: Shanno is most common among Indian and Pakistani communities and their diasporas. It may be given to girls across different religious and regional backgrounds, reflecting shared naming practices influenced by Urdu, Hindi, and Punjabi linguistic traditions.

See also: Shannon (name), the English-language variant with different etymology.