Shane
Shane is an anglicized form of the Irish name Seán, which itself derives from John, meaning 'God is gracious.' The name carries a rugged, straightforward quality that has made it popular in English-speaking countries since the mid-20th century.
Current Popularity
#601 for boys
in the United States (2024)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Easy to spell and pronounce in most English-speaking countries
- •Strong association with the classic 1953 Western film 'Shane'
- •Works well as both a first name and middle name
- •Has Irish heritage but feels universally accessible
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Famous People
Shane Warne
Legendary Australian cricketer
Shane MacGowan
Irish musician and lead singer of The Pogues
Shane Black
Screenwriter and director of Iron Man 3
Shane Dawson
YouTuber and internet personality
Statistics
192,143
Total births since 1880
1973
Peak year
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