Shaolin
girl nameShaolin entered the US charts in 1995, peaked at #7239 in 1999, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1995–2025
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rank today
#7239
peak (1999)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1990s | #10816 |
| 2000s | #14165 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Shaolin are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Shaolin 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 Shaolin in 2025?
- Shaolin is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Shaolin most popular?
- Shaolin peaked in 1999, reaching #7239 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Shaolin with classmates?
- Shaolin will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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