gender neutral
Shawn
God is gracious
About Shawn
Straightforward and reliable, this name has maintained steady appeal across generations without ever feeling dated. It represents classic American naming at its most accessible—familiar without being boring, simple without being simplistic. The name carries a friendly, approachable quality that serves people well throughout their lives. There's no pretension here, just solid, dependable naming that works in virtually any context.
Parents appreciate how it requires no explanation or spelling assistance in most English-speaking environments. It's brief enough for forms and documents while substantial enough to stand alone professionally. The name suits a wide range of personalities, from outgoing athletes to quiet intellectuals, never feeling mismatched.
There's something genuine about it—a no-nonsense quality that suggests honesty and straightforwardness. It ages gracefully, working equally well for a kindergartener and a company executive. For families who value practicality alongside tradition, who want their son to have a name that simply works without complications, this delivers exactly what's needed.
Popularity of the Name Shawn
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1947 | #935 | ||||
| 1948 | #560 | ||||
| 1949 | #593 | ||||
| 1950 | #507 | ||||
| 1951 | #593 | ||||
| 1952 | #508 | ||||
| 1953 | #369 | ||||
| 1954 | #343 | ||||
| 1955 | #312 | ||||
| 1956 | #312 | ||||
| 1957 | #251 | ||||
| 1958 | #223 | ||||
| 1959 | #161 | ||||
| 1960 | #163 | ||||
| 1961 | #143 | ||||
| 1962 | #124 | ||||
| 1963 | #108 | ||||
| 1964 | #88 | ||||
| 1965 | #69 | ||||
| 1966 | #54 | #246 | |||
| 1967 | #51 | #207 | |||
| 1968 | #43 | #170 | |||
| 1969 | #41 | #189 | |||
| 1970 | #34 | #181 | |||
| 1971 | #28 | #143 | |||
| 1972 | #28 | #163 | |||
| 1973 | #27 | #212 | |||
| 1974 | #30 | #241 | |||
| 1975 | #31 | #282 | |||
| 1976 | #34 | #169 | |||
| 1977 | #37 | #206 | |||
| 1978 | #39 | #217 | |||
| 1979 | #43 | #222 | |||
| 1980 | #47 | #235 | |||
| 1981 | #49 | #201 | |||
| 1982 | #52 | #209 | |||
| 1983 | #53 | #276 | |||
| 1984 | #56 | #239 | |||
| 1985 | #55 | #316 | |||
| 1986 | #55 | #300 | |||
| 1987 | #59 | ||||
| 1988 | #61 | #274 | |||
| 1989 | #65 | #292 | |||
| 1990 | #69 | #344 | |||
| 1991 | #71 | #326 | #75 | ||
| 1992 | #71 | #258 | #73 | ||
| 1993 | #77 | #235 | #78 | ||
| 1994 | #86 | #178 | #81 | ||
| 1995 | #100 | #325 | #91 | ||
| 1996 | #111 | #213 | #330 | #92 | |
| 1997 | #109 | #450 | #278 | #84 | |
| 1998 | #113 | #435 | #310 | #437 | #95 |
| 1999 | #117 | #467 | #266 | #327 | #98 |
| 2000 | #135 | #533 | #105 | ||
| 2001 | #151 | #534 | #404 | #112 | |
| 2002 | #152 | #536 | #443 | #122 | |
| 2003 | #156 | #551 | #417 | #112 | |
| 2004 | #169 | #576 | #618 | #127 | |
| 2005 | #174 | #705 | #512 | #131 | |
| 2006 | #168 | #635 | #134 | ||
| 2007 | #175 | #590 | #439 | #145 | |
| 2008 | #193 | #827 | #684 | #162 | |
| 2009 | #209 | #749 | #596 | #172 | |
| 2010 | #236 | #240 | |||
| 2011 | #247 | #902 | #192 | ||
| 2012 | #273 | #541 | #264 | ||
| 2013 | #307 | #236 | |||
| 2014 | #322 | #270 | |||
| 2015 | #352 | #251 | |||
| 2016 | #356 | #289 | |||
| 2017 | #387 | #326 | |||
| 2018 | #390 | #335 | |||
| 2019 | #426 | #364 | |||
| 2020 | #452 | #394 | |||
| 2021 | #501 | #470 | |||
| 2022 | #568 | #477 | |||
| 2023 | #633 | #574 | |||
| 2024 | #638 | #584 | |||
| 2025 | #682 | #554 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Shawn
Names Similar to Shawn
Nicknames for Shawn
- Shaw
- Shawny
- S
Famous People Named Shawn
| Shawn Mendes | Canadian singer-songwriter |
| Shawn Johnson | American Olympic gymnast |
| Shawn Michaels | American professional wrestler |
| Shawn Yue | Hong Kong actor and singer |
| Shawn Marion | American former NBA player |
| Shawn Wayans | American actor and comedian |
| Shawn Kemp | American former NBA player |
| Shawn Levy | Canadian film director and producer |
Characters Named Shawn
| Shawn Spencer | Psych |
| Shawn Hunter | Boy Meets World |
| Shawn Farrell | The 4400 |
| Shawn Green | Psychonauts |
| Shawn Greene | The Walking Dead - TV series |
| Shawn Eckhardt | I, Tonya |
| Shawn Brady | Days of Our Lives |