gender neutral
Shaun
God is gracious
About Shaun
Shaun presents a familiar favorite with enduring appeal and cross-generational success. This spelling variation adds subtle distinction while maintaining the name's essential character. The single syllable delivers efficiency and impact, making it practical for everyday use and formal occasions alike. Shaun projects friendliness and approachability—someone easy to connect with and comfortable to know. The name has proven its staying power through decades of consistent use without becoming overexposed or dated. Parents appreciate how Shaun works in virtually any professional field, from creative industries to traditional corporate environments. Its simplicity ensures no confusion about pronunciation, though the spelling adds visual interest compared to other versions. Shaun adapts well to various personality types, never imposing specific expectations on your son's developing identity. The name functions independently without requiring middle name support, though it pairs nicely with both simple and elaborate choices. For families wanting reliability and proven success in a name that remains fresh despite its history, Shaun provides comfortable confidence.
Popularity of the Name Shaun
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1950 | #902 | ||||
| 1953 | #846 | ||||
| 1954 | #720 | #185 | |||
| 1955 | #676 | #212 | |||
| 1956 | #636 | #163 | |||
| 1957 | #540 | #160 | |||
| 1958 | #562 | #160 | |||
| 1959 | #476 | #139 | |||
| 1960 | #514 | #149 | |||
| 1961 | #475 | #129 | |||
| 1962 | #408 | #116 | |||
| 1963 | #355 | #137 | |||
| 1964 | #327 | #121 | |||
| 1965 | #322 | #126 | |||
| 1966 | #308 | #105 | #216 | ||
| 1967 | #271 | #86 | #167 | ||
| 1968 | #244 | #45 | #196 | ||
| 1969 | #246 | #56 | #178 | ||
| 1970 | #240 | #74 | #172 | ||
| 1971 | #216 | #86 | #203 | ||
| 1972 | #226 | #64 | #175 | ||
| 1973 | #259 | #46 | #162 | ||
| 1974 | #250 | #41 | #153 | ||
| 1975 | #275 | #43 | #149 | ||
| 1976 | #296 | #47 | #180 | ||
| 1977 | #103 | #44 | #126 | ||
| 1978 | #52 | #37 | #125 | ||
| 1979 | #64 | #43 | #126 | ||
| 1980 | #79 | #40 | #118 | ||
| 1981 | #86 | #36 | #132 | ||
| 1982 | #96 | #36 | #130 | ||
| 1983 | #111 | #36 | #103 | ||
| 1984 | #121 | #39 | #115 | ||
| 1985 | #120 | #43 | #94 | ||
| 1986 | #132 | #44 | #98 | ||
| 1987 | #152 | #41 | #87 | ||
| 1988 | #169 | #34 | #88 | ||
| 1989 | #207 | #42 | #86 | ||
| 1990 | #225 | #41 | #92 | ||
| 1991 | #238 | #45 | #87 | #188 | |
| 1992 | #288 | #48 | #93 | #196 | |
| 1993 | #293 | #46 | #82 | #205 | |
| 1994 | #324 | #42 | #105 | #257 | |
| 1995 | #347 | #48 | #87 | #311 | |
| 1996 | #371 | #57 | #90 | #339 | |
| 1997 | #384 | #78 | #65 | #102 | #299 |
| 1998 | #370 | #89 | #66 | #88 | #393 |
| 1999 | #378 | #95 | #94 | #91 | #316 |
| 2000 | #355 | #114 | #104 | #102 | #376 |
| 2001 | #390 | #115 | #138 | #100 | #364 |
| 2002 | #401 | #126 | #111 | #137 | #380 |
| 2003 | #381 | #127 | #127 | #106 | #388 |
| 2004 | #398 | #139 | #144 | #122 | #427 |
| 2005 | #397 | #163 | #147 | #137 | #422 |
| 2006 | #342 | #161 | #184 | #171 | #459 |
| 2007 | #393 | #169 | #269 | #147 | #550 |
| 2008 | #432 | #203 | #251 | #198 | #670 |
| 2009 | #495 | #210 | #170 | #232 | #599 |
| 2010 | #483 | #284 | #222 | #318 | #555 |
| 2011 | #587 | #289 | #373 | #242 | #676 |
| 2012 | #623 | #396 | #320 | #800 | |
| 2013 | #713 | #407 | #308 | #336 | #792 |
| 2014 | #737 | #508 | #364 | #299 | #773 |
| 2015 | #768 | #476 | #416 | #415 | #803 |
| 2016 | #877 | #562 | #406 | #990 | |
| 2017 | #889 | #615 | #449 | #487 | |
| 2018 | #670 | #489 | |||
| 2019 | #793 | #701 | |||
| 2020 | #840 | #595 | #937 | ||
| 2022 | #849 | #617 | |||
| 2023 | #716 | ||||
| 2024 | #939 | ||||
| 2025 | #619 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Shaun
Names Similar to Shaun
Nicknames for Shaun
- Shay
- Shauny
Famous People Named Shaun
| Shaun White | American snowboarder and skateboarder |
| Shaun Evans | English actor known for his role in "Endeavour" |
| Shaun Alexander | Former American football running back |
| Shaun Livingston | Former NBA basketball player |
| Shaun T | American fitness trainer and creator of "Insanity" workouts |
| Shaun Cassidy | American singer and actor |
| Shaun Pollock | Former South African cricketer |
| Shaun Johnson | New Zealand rugby league player |
| Shaun Wright-Phillips | English former footballer |
| Shaun Murphy | English professional snooker player |
| Shaun Marsh | Australian cricketer |
| Shaun Micheel | American professional golfer |
| Shaun Marcum | Former American baseball player |
| Shaun Gayle | Former American football safety |
| Shaun Maloney | Scottish former footballer |
| Shaun Bartlett | South African former footballer |
| Shaun Sipos | Canadian actor |
| Shaun Wilson | American football player |
| Shaun Kenny-Dowall | New Zealand rugby league player |
| Shaun Weiss | American actor known for his role in "The Mighty Ducks" |
Characters Named Shaun
| Shaun Murphy | Protagonist of the TV show "The Good Doctor" |
| Shaun Hastings | Character from the video game series "Assassin's Creed" |
| Shaun Mucklowe | Character in the TV series "This Country" |
| Shaun Gilmore | Character in the web series "Critical Role" |
| Shaun Archer | Character in the TV series "Heartbreak High" |
| Shaun Deeb | Character in the movie "Lucky You" |
| Shaun Greene | Character in the video game "The Walking Dead" |
| Shaun Ellis | Character in the TV series "Hollyoaks" |
| Shaun St. Cloud | Character in the movie "If I Stay" |
| Shaun Wallace | Character in the TV series "The Chase" |
| Shaun Keating | Character in the TV series "Z Nation" |
| Shaun Kelly | Character in the movie "Veronica Guerin" |
| Shaun Rizzoli | Character in the TV series "Rizzoli & Isles" |
| Shaun Farrell | Character in the movie "Stealth" |
| Shaun Fenton | Character in the TV series "Waterloo Road" |
| Shaun Goubourne | Character in the movie "Face/Off" |
| Shaun Riley | Character in the movie "Black Sheep" |
| Shaun Donovan | Character in the TV series "Brooklyn Nine-Nine" |