Lewis vs Shane

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lewis

Boy #435 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"famous warrior"

Origin: Germanic via French

Cultural Roots

English Welsh French American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#435
Total SSA Count
728
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Lewis Rank #435
Shane Rank #602

Lewis is more popular, ranked #435 vs #602 for Shane.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lewis or Shane more popular?

Lewis is more popular, ranked #435 compared to Shane at #602 in the United States.

What do Lewis and Shane mean?

Lewis means "famous warrior" (Germanic via French origin). Shane means "God is gracious" (Hebrew via Irish origin).

Are Lewis and Shane boy or girl names?

Lewis is primarily a boy name. Shane is primarily a boy name.

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