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Quentin 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

Quentin Rank #789
Shane Rank #602

Shane is more popular, ranked #602 vs #789 for Quentin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Quentin or Shane more popular?

Shane is more popular, ranked #602 compared to Quentin at #789 in the United States.

What do Quentin and Shane mean?

Quentin means "fifth, born fifth" (Latin origin). Shane means "God is gracious" (Hebrew via Irish origin).

Are Quentin and Shane boy or girl names?

Quentin is primarily a boy name. Shane is primarily a boy name.

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