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Corey 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

Corey Rank #679
Shane Rank #602

Shane is more popular, ranked #602 vs #679 for Corey.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Corey or Shane more popular?

Shane is more popular, ranked #602 compared to Corey at #679 in the United States.

What do Corey and Shane mean?

Corey means "hollow, ravine" (Irish Gaelic origin). Shane means "God is gracious" (Hebrew via Irish origin).

Are Corey and Shane boy or girl names?

Corey is primarily a boy name. Shane is primarily a boy name.

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