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Clyde vs Shane

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Clyde

Boy #728 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"from the River Clyde"

Origin: Scottish Celtic

Cultural Roots

Scottish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#728
Total SSA Count
359
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

Clyde Rank #728
Shane Rank #602

Shane is more popular, ranked #602 vs #728 for Clyde.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clyde or Shane more popular?

Shane is more popular, ranked #602 compared to Clyde at #728 in the United States.

What do Clyde and Shane mean?

Clyde means "from the River Clyde" (Scottish Celtic origin). Shane means "God is gracious" (Hebrew via Irish origin).

Are Clyde and Shane boy or girl names?

Clyde is primarily a boy name. Shane is primarily a boy name.

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