Brent vs Shea

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Brent

Boy #1,658 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"high place, hill top"

Origin: Celtic

Cultural Roots

English American Canadian Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,658
Total SSA Count
102
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Brent Rank #1,658
Shea Rank #1,494

Shea is more popular, ranked #1494 vs #1658 for Brent.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Brent or Shea more popular?

Shea is more popular, ranked #1494 compared to Brent at #1658 in the United States.

What do Brent and Shea mean?

Brent means "high place, hill top" (Celtic origin). Shea means "hawk-like" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Brent and Shea boy or girl names?

Brent is primarily a boy name. Shea is primarily a boy name.

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