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I know Shannon was originally a boy's name. And usually I like to stick with tradition. But it is also a river in Ireland (where my mother and paternal grandparents are from). Since I'm used to nature names on girls, Shannon for a girl feels very, well, natural. Confession: it's also my niece's name. Sue me.

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Shannon Olivia
Shannon Eliza
Shannon Maeve
Shannon Bridget
Shannon Eileen
Shannon Deirdre
Shannon Tess
Shannon Kate
Shannon Ailsa (Scottish place name)
Shannon Emily

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Michelle I've never really warmed to. But it is a feminine classic, so I'm happy enough to see it on a newborn girl.

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Michelle Christine
Michelle Rosalie
Michelle Valerie
Michelle Sandrine
Michelle Therese ("tehr-EZZ")

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Good luck!