Shey
boy nameShey entered the US charts in 1975, peaked at #4005 in 1991, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1975–2025
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rank today
#4005
peak (1991)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #5655 |
| 1980s | #5988 |
| 1990s | #6733 |
| 2000s | #9639 |
| 2010s | #12231 |
| 2020s | #9714 |
Living bearers
About 100 people named Shey are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Shey 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 Shey in 2025?
- Shey is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Shey most popular?
- Shey peaked in 1991, reaching #4005 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Shey with classmates?
- Shey will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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