Shale
boy nameShale entered the US charts in 1972, peaked at #3622 in 1972, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1972–2025
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rank today
#3622
peak (1972)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #3622 |
| 1990s | #7879 |
| 2000s | #10781 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Shale are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Shale alive today was born around 1997, making them about 28 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Shale in 2025?
- Shale is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Shale most popular?
- Shale peaked in 1972, reaching #3622 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Shale with classmates?
- Shale will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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