Shaughnessy
girl nameShaughnessy entered the US charts in 1985, peaked at #7742 in 1997, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1985–2025
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rank today
#7742
peak (1997)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #9307 |
| 1990s | #11300 |
| 2000s | #14547 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Shaughnessy are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Shaughnessy alive today was born around 1997, making them about 28 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Shaughnessy in 2025?
- Shaughnessy is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Shaughnessy most popular?
- Shaughnessy peaked in 1997, reaching #7742 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Shaughnessy with classmates?
- Shaughnessy will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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