Calyx vs Shad

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Calyx

Boy #5,845 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"cup, chalice"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #5,928 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"rejoicing in the way"

Origin: Hebrew

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Calyx Rank #5,845

Shad Rank #5,928

Calyx is more popular, ranked #5845 vs #5928 for Shad.

Is Calyx or Shad more popular?

Calyx is more popular, ranked #5845 compared to Shad at #5928 in the United States.

What do Calyx and Shad mean?

Calyx means "cup, chalice" (Greek origin). Shad means "rejoicing in the way" (Hebrew origin).

Are Calyx and Shad boy or girl names?

Calyx is primarily a boy name. Shad is primarily a boy name.