Shane
Complete Name Analysis & Etymology Guide
195,726 Total Births
145 Years of Data
1973 Peak Popularity Year
5,932 Peak Births

Shane Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

Shane is an Irish name that originates from the Hebrew name Yochanan, meaning 'Yahweh is gracious.' It has evolved through various languages including Greek, Latin, and Old French before becoming popular in English as Shane. The name embodies traits of grace and friendliness, and while it has no biblical relevance, it has maintained a modern appeal through notable figures.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Shane"

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Pronunciation

/ʃeɪn/

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Origin

Irish

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Etymology

Shane is derived from the Irish name Seán, which is a variant of John. The name John comes from the Hebrew name Yochanan, meaning 'Yahweh is gracious.'

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Meaning

Gracious

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Language Evolution

Yochanan (Hebrew), Ioannes (Greek), Johannes (Latin), John (Old French), Seán (Irish), Shane (Modern English)

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Historical Usage

The name Shane gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a distinctive variant of John.

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Variants & Derivatives

Seán, Sean, Shay, Shayne

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Modern Popularity & Image

Currently, Shane is perceived as a strong, modern name, often associated with a friendly and approachable personality.

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Famous People

Shane Warne (Australian cricketer), Shane Black (American screenwriter and director), Shane West (American actor and musician)

📊 Shane Name Trend Analysis

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Boy Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Stable
25-Year Trend: Gradually Declining
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Girl Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Stable
25-Year Trend: Relatively Stable

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✨ Shane Name Meaning & Significance

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Popularity Trend

Highly Popular name with 5,932 peak births in 1973

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Geographic Spread

Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in Hawaii

Historical Span

Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends

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Generational Impact

Influenced 12 different American generations with varying popularity

🔊 Same Pronunciation Names for "Shane" - Complete Guide (3 Names)

Discover the ultimate list of homophone names and same pronunciation names that sound identical to "Shane". These names share the same pronunciation but may have different spellings, offering alternative options for parents seeking similar-sounding names. Whether you're looking for American or British pronunciation variations, this comprehensive guide includes 3 carefully curated names that maintain the same phonetic sound.

Why explore same pronunciation names? Many parents search for homophone names to find alternative spellings that might be more unique or culturally significant. This ultimate list covers both American and British pronunciation patterns, ensuring you find the perfect variation of "Shane" that fits your preferences.

Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Shane"

Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.

Yearly Ranking History of "Shane"

"Shane" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Boy 3060th of 6773 113
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Boy 415th of 7552 6,243
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Boy 71st of 10718 64,999
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Boy 75th of 16616 69,677
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Boy 160th of 24088 40,857
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Boy 379th of 23106 10,254
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Girl 7783rd of 9204 11
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Girl 3143rd of 12526 266
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Girl 1188th of 19264 1,574
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Girl 1891st of 27321 1,083
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Girl 4496th of 35406 477
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Girl 7756th of 30306 172

Regional Popularity of "Shane" by Generation for Male Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
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Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
15.22%
339th/2227
17.78%
432nd/2430
19.59%
559th/2853
10.23%
284th/2775
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
2.11%
62nd/2937
2.93%
102nd/3483
2.87%
101st/3518
1.53%
62nd/4044
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
1.93%
71st/3685
1.56%
70th/4475
1.75%
91st/5194
1.36%
86th/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
3.36%
154th/4582
1.78%
92nd/5164
2.56%
187th/7313
2.57%
192nd/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
10.32%
411th/3984
5.15%
231st/4487
6.82%
465th/6822
6.58%
413th/6276

Regional Popularity of "Shane" by Generation for Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
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Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
- - - -
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
38.75%
1138th/2937
36.29%
1264th/3483
36.07%
1269th/3518
32.27%
1305th/4044
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
65.54%
2415th/3685
34.84%
1559th/4475
53.23%
2765th/5194
32.37%
2045th/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
- 76.45%
3948th/5164
75.58%
5527th/7313
59.12%
4412th/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
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State-by-State Popularity of "Shane"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Shane" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.

Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Shane" in the United States

The name Shane is most popular in Hawaii, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been gradually declining. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Shane has been too falling for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, falling for male in South, stalled for female in South, too falling for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been falling for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, falling for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, falling for male in South, stalled for female in South, falling for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Shane' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3060th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 415th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 71st out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 75th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 160th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 379th out of 23106 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 7783rd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3143rd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1188th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1891st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4496th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7756th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Shane' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

Infographic: Shane name meaning, origin, and popularity trends in the United States (US baby name analysis chart)
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