Shaolin
Girl nameShaolin has been given to 67 babies in the U.S. since 1995. It peaked in 1999.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
67
Peak year
1999 (13 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1995
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
93% girls / 7% boys
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Shaolin.
Sibling name ideas for Shaolin
Same era and popularity as Shaolin, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Shaolin?
Shaolin has been given to 67 babies in the U.S. since 1995. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Shaolin peak?
Shaolin peaked in 1999, when 13 babies were given the name.
Is Shaolin a girl or boy name?
Shaolin is primarily a girl name (93% of babies named Shaolin are girls).
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