Shaun
boy name#1942 in 2025Shaun entered the US charts in 1935, peaked at #52 in 1978, ranks #1942 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1935–2025
#1942
rank today
#52
peak (1978)
79
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1930s | #2144 |
| 1940s | #1575 |
| 1950s | #763 |
| 1960s | #347 |
| 1970s | #198 |
| 1980s | #127 |
| 1990s | #321 |
| 2000s | #398 |
| 2010s | #773 |
| 2020s | #1480 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Shaun has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 65,500 people named Shaun are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Shaun alive today was born around 1983, making them about 42 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Shaun in 2025?
- Shaun ranks #1942 among US boy names in 2025, with 79 babies given the name.
- When was the name Shaun most popular?
- Shaun peaked in 1978, reaching #52 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Shaun with classmates?
- Shaun will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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