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Eamon vs Shea

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Eamon

Boy #1,504 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"wealthy protector"

Origin: Old English via Irish

Cultural Roots

Irish English Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,504
Total SSA Count
119
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Shea

Boy #1,494 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"hawk-like"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,494
Total SSA Count
120
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Eamon Rank #1,504
Shea Rank #1,494

Shea is more popular, ranked #1494 vs #1504 for Eamon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Eamon or Shea more popular?

Shea is more popular, ranked #1494 compared to Eamon at #1504 in the United States.

What do Eamon and Shea mean?

Eamon means "wealthy protector" (Old English via Irish origin). Shea means "hawk-like" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Eamon and Shea boy or girl names?

Eamon is primarily a boy name. Shea is primarily a boy name.

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