Shin
boy nameShin entered the US charts in 1978, peaked at #4554 in 1978, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1978–2025
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rank today
#4554
peak (1978)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #4554 |
| 1980s | #5635 |
| 1990s | #8019 |
| 2000s | #9112 |
| 2010s | #11095 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Shin are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Shin alive today was born around 1998, making them about 27 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Shin in 2025?
- Shin is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Shin most popular?
- Shin peaked in 1978, reaching #4554 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Shin with classmates?
- Shin will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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