How popular is the name Shu in 2025?

Shu is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.

When was the name Shu most popular?

Shu peaked in 1978, reaching #7649 among US girl names.

Shu will almost certainly be the only one in school.

girl name

Shu entered the US charts in 1978, peaked at #7649 in 1978, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#7649

peak (1978)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

Fewer than a hundred people named Shu are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.

The typical Shu alive today was born around 1983, making them about 42 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Shu in 2025?: Shu is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
When was the name Shu most popular?: Shu peaked in 1978, reaching #7649 among US girl names.
Will my child share the name Shu with classmates?: Shu will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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