Shen
Boy nameShen has been given to 56 babies in the U.S. since 1975. It peaked in 2022.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
56
Peak year
2022 (8 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1975
10-year trend
▼ -100%
Gender split
All boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Shen — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Shen.
Sibling name ideas for Shen
Same era and popularity as Shen, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Shen?
Shen has been given to 56 babies in the U.S. since 1975. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Shen peak?
Shen peaked in 2022, when 8 babies were given the name.
Is Shen a girl or boy name?
Shen is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Shen are boys).
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