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Morgan vs Shane

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Morgan

Boy #532 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"sea-born, born of the sea"

Origin: Welsh

Cultural Roots

Welsh English American Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#532
Total SSA Count
560
Syllables
2
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

Morgan Rank #532
Shane Rank #602

Morgan is more popular, ranked #532 vs #602 for Shane.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Morgan or Shane more popular?

Morgan is more popular, ranked #532 compared to Shane at #602 in the United States.

What do Morgan and Shane mean?

Morgan means "sea-born, born of the sea" (Welsh origin). Shane means "God is gracious" (Hebrew via Irish origin).

Are Morgan and Shane boy or girl names?

Morgan is primarily a boy name. Shane is primarily a boy name.

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