Shea
boy name#1547 in 2025Shea entered the US charts in 1954, peaked at #529 in 1986, ranks #1547 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1954–2025
#1547
rank today
#529
peak (1986)
111
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #3126 |
| 1960s | #2125 |
| 1970s | #879 |
| 1980s | #686 |
| 1990s | #821 |
| 2000s | #978 |
| 2010s | #1442 |
| 2020s | #1444 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Shea has been most popular in NY, CA, MA.
Living bearers
About 8,200 people named Shea are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Shea alive today was born around 1996, making them about 29 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Shea in 2025?
- Shea ranks #1547 among US boy names in 2025, with 111 babies given the name.
- When was the name Shea most popular?
- Shea peaked in 1986, reaching #529 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Shea with classmates?
- Shea will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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