Shiv
boy name#1753 in 2025Shiv entered the US charts in 1984, peaked at #1730 in 2014, ranks #1753 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1984–2025
#1753
rank today
#1730
peak (2014)
92
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #5255 |
| 1990s | #2895 |
| 2000s | #1977 |
| 2010s | #1985 |
| 2020s | #1865 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Shiv has been most popular in CA, NJ, TX.
Living bearers
About 2,200 people named Shiv are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Shiv alive today was born around 2011, making them about 14 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Shiv in 2025?
- Shiv ranks #1753 among US boy names in 2025, with 92 babies given the name.
- When was the name Shiv most popular?
- Shiv peaked in 2014, reaching #1730 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Shiv with classmates?
- Shiv will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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