Shain
boy name#10695 in 2025Shain entered the US charts in 1963, peaked at #1490 in 1977, ranks #10695 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1963–2025
#10695
rank today
#1490
peak (1977)
6
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1960s | #3035 |
| 1970s | #1740 |
| 1980s | #1985 |
| 1990s | #2947 |
| 2000s | #4392 |
| 2010s | #7604 |
| 2020s | #9689 |
Living bearers
About 1,200 people named Shain are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Shain alive today was born around 1988, making them about 37 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Shain in 2025?
- Shain ranks #10695 among US boy names in 2025, with 6 babies given the name.
- When was the name Shain most popular?
- Shain peaked in 1977, reaching #1490 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Shain with classmates?
- Shain will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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