How popular is the name Shan in 2025?

Shan is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Shan most popular?

Shan peaked in 1969, reaching #893 among US boy names.

Shan will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Shan entered the US charts in 1944, peaked at #893 in 1969, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#893

peak (1969)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 2,100 people named Shan are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Shan alive today was born around 1984, making them about 41 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Shan in 2025?: Shan is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Shan most popular?: Shan peaked in 1969, reaching #893 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Shan with classmates?: Shan will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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