Shane
shayn
Popularity
#13216
Letters
5
Syllables
1
Origin
Irish
Total Births
195,726
Peak Year
#5,932 in 1973
First Recorded
1933
Style
Classic & Timeless
Spelling
Easy to spell
What It Means
An Anglicized form of the Irish name Seán, which is a cognate of John, derived from the Hebrew name Yochanan, meaning 'God is gracious'.
Numerology
The Peacemaker
Diplomatic, sensitive, and cooperative. These names bring a harmonious, gentle quality.
Famous Namesakes
Shane Warne
Australian cricketer and commentator
Shane West
American actor, punk rock musician, and songwriter.
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