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Boy vs Shaw

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Boy

Boy #4,506 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"young male, beloved son"

Origin: Filipino

Cultural Roots

Filipino Thai American Southeast Asian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,506
Total SSA Count
23
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Boy Rank #4,506
Shaw Rank #4,307

Shaw is more popular, ranked #4307 vs #4506 for Boy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Boy or Shaw more popular?

Shaw is more popular, ranked #4307 compared to Boy at #4506 in the United States.

What do Boy and Shaw mean?

Boy means "young male, beloved son" (Filipino origin). Shaw means "thicket, small wood" (Old English origin).

Are Boy and Shaw boy or girl names?

Boy is primarily a boy name. Shaw is primarily a boy name.

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