Shaun
Meaning: God is gracious, old, wise
Origin: Irish
Gender: Boy
Rank in Australia: #123
Total births: 4,542
History: Shaun peaked in the 1980s in Australia. The name has a sporty, energetic character — very Australian. Shaun Marsh played international cricket. The Irish-influenced spelling reflects Australia's deep Celtic heritage.
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Every number here comes directly from Australia’s birth records. No estimates, no averages — just the counts.
| Current rank (1997) | #96 |
| Babies named Shaun in 1997 | 89 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 4,542 |
| Peak year | 1981 (221 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #38 |
| Years in records | 1965–1997 (33 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 30 spots |
Frequently asked about Shaun
What does the name Shaun mean?
Shaun means “God is gracious, old, wise” from Irish roots.
What is the origin of the name Shaun?
Shaun has Irish origin. The traditional meaning is “God is gracious, old, wise”.
How popular is Shaun in Australia?
Shaun ranked #96 in Australia in 1997 — given to 89 babies that year.
When was Shaun most popular?
Shaun peaked in 1981 with 221 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Shaun a boy or girl name?
Shaun is predominantly a boys' name in Australia — over 90% of Shauns in registered births are male.
Is the name Shaun rising or falling in popularity?
Shaun has fallen 30 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Australia — from #66 in 1992 to #96 in 1997.
How long has Shaun been recorded in Australia?
Shaun appears in birth records in Australia across 33 years — from 1965 through 1997.