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Shown

Boy name

Shown has been given to 81 babies in the U.S. since 1968. It peaked in 1970.

Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025

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Total babies

81

Peak year

1970 (12 babies)

Rank in 2025

Below top 1000

First recorded

1968

10-year trend

New / returning

Gender split

7% girls / 93% boys

Spellings & variants

Names one letter away from Shown — alternate spellings parents actually use.

Names with a similar vibe

Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Shown.

Sibling name ideas for Shown

Same era and popularity as Shown, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.

FAQ

How popular is the name Shown?

Shown has been given to 81 babies in the U.S. since 1968. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.

When did the name Shown peak?

Shown peaked in 1970, when 12 babies were given the name.

Is Shown a girl or boy name?

Shown is primarily a boy name (93% of babies named Shown are boys).

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