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Cassius 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

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Popularity Comparison

Cassius Rank #568
Shane Rank #602

Cassius is more popular, ranked #568 vs #602 for Shane.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cassius or Shane more popular?

Cassius is more popular, ranked #568 compared to Shane at #602 in the United States.

What do Cassius and Shane mean?

Cassius means "hollow, empty" (Latin origin). Shane means "God is gracious" (Hebrew via Irish origin).

Are Cassius and Shane boy or girl names?

Cassius is primarily a boy name. Shane is primarily a boy name.

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