Shayn
Boy nameShayn has been given to 459 babies in the U.S. since 1969. It peaked in 1989. In 2025, about 1 in 341,615 boys was named Shayn.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
459
Peak year
1989 (21 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1969
10-year trend
▼ -17%
Gender split
All boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Shayn — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Shayn.
FAQ
How popular is the name Shayn?
Shayn has been given to 459 babies in the U.S. since 1969. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Shayn peak?
Shayn peaked in 1989, when 21 babies were given the name.
Is Shayn a girl or boy name?
Shayn is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Shayn are boys).
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