Abram vs Shawn

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Shawn

Boy #639 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"God is gracious"

Origin: Hebrew (Yochanan) via Irish (Sean)

Cultural Roots

American Irish English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#639
Total SSA Count
438
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Abram Rank #712
Shawn Rank #639

Shawn is more popular, ranked #639 vs #712 for Abram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Abram or Shawn more popular?

Shawn is more popular, ranked #639 compared to Abram at #712 in the United States.

What do Abram and Shawn mean?

Abram means "exalted father" (Hebrew origin). Shawn means "God is gracious" (Hebrew (Yochanan) via Irish (Sean) origin).

Are Abram and Shawn boy or girl names?

Abram is primarily a boy name. Shawn is primarily a boy name.

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