Shinji
boy nameShinji entered the US charts in 1987, peaked at #6951 in 1987, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1987–2025
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rank today
#6951
peak (1987)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #6951 |
| 1990s | #7422 |
| 2000s | #7692 |
| 2010s | #9655 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Shinji are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Shinji alive today was born around 2009, making them about 16 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Shinji in 2025?
- Shinji is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Shinji most popular?
- Shinji peaked in 1987, reaching #6951 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Shinji with classmates?
- Shinji will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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