Shaphan
boy nameShaphan entered the US charts in 1976, peaked at #5468 in 1981, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1976–2025
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rank today
#5468
peak (1981)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #5587 |
| 1980s | #5927 |
| 1990s | #7211 |
| 2000s | #10497 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Shaphan are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Shaphan alive today was born around 1998, making them about 27 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Shaphan in 2025?
- Shaphan is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Shaphan most popular?
- Shaphan peaked in 1981, reaching #5468 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Shaphan with classmates?
- Shaphan will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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