Shalin
boy nameShalin entered the US charts in 1975, peaked at #3412 in 1981, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1975–2025
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rank today
#3412
peak (1981)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #4587 |
| 1980s | #5092 |
| 1990s | #6502 |
| 2000s | #7407 |
| 2010s | #9375 |
| 2020s | #12022 |
Living bearers
About 300 people named Shalin are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Shalin alive today was born around 1999, making them about 26 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Shalin in 2025?
- Shalin is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Shalin most popular?
- Shalin peaked in 1981, reaching #3412 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Shalin with classmates?
- Shalin will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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