Shane
Meaning: God is gracious, old, wise
Origin: Irish
Gender: Boy
Rank in Australia: #42
Total births: 14,217
History: Shane is one of Australia's most iconically Australian names. Shane Warne — the King of Spin — was arguably the greatest cricketer of all time. His 708 Test wickets, larger-than-life personality, and tragic early death made him a national legend. In Australia, Shane means Warnie. Full stop.
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Every number here comes directly from Australia’s birth records. No estimates, no averages — just the counts.
| Current rank (1996) | #83 |
| Babies named Shane in 1996 | 104 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 14,217 |
| Peak year | 1971 (818 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #15 |
| Years in records | 1954–1996 (43 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 23 spots |
Frequently asked about Shane
What does the name Shane mean?
Shane means “God is gracious, old, wise” from Irish roots.
What is the origin of the name Shane?
Shane has Irish origin. The traditional meaning is “God is gracious, old, wise”.
How popular is Shane in Australia?
Shane ranked #83 in Australia in 1996 — given to 104 babies that year.
When was Shane most popular?
Shane peaked in 1971 with 818 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Shane a boy or girl name?
Shane is predominantly a boys' name in Australia — over 90% of Shanes in registered births are male.
Is the name Shane rising or falling in popularity?
Shane has fallen 23 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Australia — from #60 in 1991 to #83 in 1996.
How long has Shane been recorded in Australia?
Shane appears in birth records in Australia across 43 years — from 1954 through 1996.