Shadow
boy name#5861 in 2025Shadow entered the US charts in 1987, peaked at #2162 in 1993, ranks #5861 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1987–2025
#5861
rank today
#2162
peak (1993)
15
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #4088 |
| 1990s | #2912 |
| 2000s | #7521 |
| 2010s | #7397 |
| 2020s | #5915 |
Living bearers
About 600 people named Shadow are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Shadow alive today was born around 2000, making them about 25 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Shadow in 2025?
- Shadow ranks #5861 among US boy names in 2025, with 15 babies given the name.
- When was the name Shadow most popular?
- Shadow peaked in 1993, reaching #2162 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Shadow with classmates?
- Shadow will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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