Shane
boy name#635 in 2025Shane entered the US charts in 1933, peaked at #54 in 1973, ranks #635 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1933–2025
#635
rank today
#54
peak (1973)
439
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1930s | #2942 |
| 1940s | #1928 |
| 1950s | #659 |
| 1960s | #224 |
| 1970s | #60 |
| 1980s | #74 |
| 1990s | #96 |
| 2000s | #156 |
| 2010s | #296 |
| 2020s | #550 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Shane has been most popular in CA, NY, PA.
Living bearers
About 181,000 people named Shane are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Shane alive today was born around 1986, making them about 39 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Shane in 2025?
- Shane ranks #635 among US boy names in 2025, with 439 babies given the name.
- When was the name Shane most popular?
- Shane peaked in 1973, reaching #54 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Shane with classmates?
- Shane will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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