Shen
boy nameShen entered the US charts in 1975, peaked at #5464 in 1975, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1975–2025
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rank today
#5464
peak (1975)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #5464 |
| 2000s | #9515 |
| 2010s | #11407 |
| 2020s | #8990 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Shen are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Shen alive today was born around 2006, making them about 19 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Shen in 2025?
- Shen is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Shen most popular?
- Shen peaked in 1975, reaching #5464 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Shen with classmates?
- Shen will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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