US Popularity:12392
Origin:Gaelic
Meaning:old, wise
Shan is a gender-neutral name of Gaelic origin. Meaning “old” and “wise,” this name refers to the knowledge and awareness that grows as the years go by. Though this name could work flawlessly as a diminutive of the Irish name Shannon, it stands proudly on its own two feet these days as a gender-neutral alternative. Making it perfect for the old soul you sense in baby and if you’re keeping your gender options open.

Shan Name Popularity Data

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Shan is currently #3304 on The Bump
Boy:Shan is currently #2237 on The Bump Boy Names
Girl:Shan is currently #1825 on The Bump Girl Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Shan is currently #12392 in U.S. births
Boy:Shan is currently #13379 in U.S. births
Girl:Shan is currently #29079 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2016
Gender:
Girl
#29079
in 2016
- 209
from 2005
In comparison to the previous year's data
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