Ambrose vs Shane

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Shane

Boy #602 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"God is gracious"

Origin: Hebrew via Irish

Cultural Roots

Irish American English Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#602
Total SSA Count
473
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Ambrose Rank #744
Shane Rank #602

Shane is more popular, ranked #602 vs #744 for Ambrose.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ambrose or Shane more popular?

Shane is more popular, ranked #602 compared to Ambrose at #744 in the United States.

What do Ambrose and Shane mean?

Ambrose means "immortal, divine" (Greek origin). Shane means "God is gracious" (Hebrew via Irish origin).

Are Ambrose and Shane boy or girl names?

Ambrose is primarily a boy name. Shane is primarily a boy name.

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