Shane
Gender: Boy
Meaning: God is gracious, old, wise
Origin: Irish
Popularity: Ranked #636 in 2025 with 439 babies born.
History: Shane peaked in the 1970s-80s. The 1953 film Shane is one of the greatest American westerns — 'Shane! Come back!' is one of cinema's most heartbreaking final lines. Shane Warne dominated cricket. The name carries lone-rider cowboy mythology. Shane means the American hero who rides into town, saves everyone, and disappears.
Name length: 5 letters
How common is Shane? About 1 in 7,582 babies born in 2025 were named Shane, or roughly 1.2 per day in the United States.
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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?
Shane ranked #635 in 2025 — given to 439 babies that year.
When was Shane most popular?
Shane peaked in 1973 with 5,711 babies registered that year.
Is Shane a boy or girl name?
Shane is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Shanes in registered births are male.
Is the name Shane rising or falling in popularity?
Shane has risen 6588 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #7223 in 2020 to #635 in 2025.
How long has Shane been recorded?
Shane appears in birth records across 91 years — from 1933 through 2025.