Shu
boy name#12008 in 2025Shu entered the US charts in 1992, peaked at #6128 in 1992, ranks #12008 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1992–2025
#12008
rank today
#6128
peak (1992)
5
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1990s | #8136 |
| 2000s | #11216 |
| 2010s | #11327 |
| 2020s | #12186 |
Living bearers
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 2008, making them about 17 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Shu in 2025?
- Shu ranks #12008 among US boy names in 2025, with 5 babies given the name.
- When was the name Shu most popular?
- Shu peaked in 1992, reaching #6128 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Shu with classmates?
- Shu will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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