Shu
Pronunciation: [ sh-OO ]
Shu is a girl baby name. Ranked #33,835 in the US.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Shu first appeared in US Social Security records in 1978.
Over 18 babies have been named Shu in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Shu is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #33,835 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #33,835
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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Shu is also used as a boy name, ranked #34815.
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About the Name Shu
Shu is a girl name .
Is Shu a boy or girl name? Shu is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #33,835 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #34,815. Shu is more commonly used as a girl name.
Shu is currently ranked #33,835 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Alternative spellings of Shu include Shulamis . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis