Hebrew · boy

Shawn

A familiar name with a nostalgic, vintage feel.

Rank 2024

#637

Trend

falling

Band

rare

Styles

vintage

Meaning

God is gracious (form of John)

Shawn is a rare boy name with Hebrew roots. In 2024, 438 newborns in the U.S. were given the name — ranking it #637 nationally, and it has been gently easing in recent years. Its style leans vintage — tags you can match against your partner's picks in the combiner.

vintage

About Hebrew names

Hebrew names are among the oldest still in everyday use, carried from the Bible into nearly every Western language. Many contain el or yah, ancient references to God, so names like Daniel, Elijah, and Michael are quietly small sentences. Alongside them run gentler meanings — Hannah's grace, David's belovedness — which helps explain why these names never really leave the rotation.

Meaning and origin are editorial; U.S. popularity comes from Social Security Administration public files.

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