Shad
boy name#8243 in 2025Shad entered the US charts in 1940, peaked at #402 in 1972, ranks #8243 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1940–2025
#8243
rank today
#402
peak (1972)
9
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1940s | #3459 |
| 1950s | #3388 |
| 1960s | #1664 |
| 1970s | #529 |
| 1980s | #1170 |
| 1990s | #1711 |
| 2000s | #3185 |
| 2010s | #5292 |
| 2020s | #7804 |
Living bearers
About 4,500 people named Shad are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Shad alive today was born around 1975, making them about 50 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Shad in 2025?
- Shad ranks #8243 among US boy names in 2025, with 9 babies given the name.
- When was the name Shad most popular?
- Shad peaked in 1972, reaching #402 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Shad with classmates?
- Shad will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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