Shaun

Q: What is the origin of Shaun?

Shaun is of Irish origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: How popular is the name Shaun?

According to the latest SSA data, Shaun is currently ranked #999999 in the United States. The popularity of this name has evolved over the past century based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Q: Is Shaun a girl name?

Shaun is traditionally a girl name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

female

Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"God Is Gracious"

An Irish-English form of John, maintaining the widespread meaning of divine graciousness.

Themes:irishvariantjohngrace

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Popularity History of Shaun

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

UnrankedNot ranked in 2024

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Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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Shaun did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year

no national rank in 2024

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Shaun Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Shaun.

8 ideas

shay

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shau

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shie

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sho

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haun

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auny

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Anna

AN-uh

“Grace; Favor”

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Angela

AN-juh-luh

“Messenger; Angel”

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Ann

“Grace, Favor”

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Abigail

AB-ih-gayl

“My Father Is Joy”

#32

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Annie

“Grace, Favor”

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Anne

“Grace; Favor”

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Anita

“Grace Favor”

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Annette

“Grace”

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Alma

“Nourishing; Kind”

#472

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Agnes

“Pure”

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Baby Name Lists That Include Shaun

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Shaun mean?

Shaun means "God Is Gracious". An Irish-English form of John, maintaining the widespread meaning of divine graciousness.

What is the origin of Shaun?

Shaun is of Irish origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Shaun?

According to the latest SSA data, Shaun is currently not ranked in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Shaun a girl name?

Shaun is traditionally a girl name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Shaun?

Popular nicknames for Shaun include shay, shau, shie, sho, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Shaun?

There are many names similar to Shaun in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginIrish, Hebrew

Syllables1

Length5 letters

Trend→ Stable

Starts withS

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Aedan Aven Adian Aeden Ayven

Sisters

Ashlynn Arline Arleen Allene Alannah

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