Shane vs Brandon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Shane

Boy #602 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"God is gracious"

Origin: Hebrew via Irish

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Boy #230 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"broom-covered hill"

Origin: Old English

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Shane Rank #602

Brandon Rank #230

Brandon is more popular, ranked #230 vs #602 for Shane.

Is Shane or Brandon more popular?

Brandon is more popular, ranked #230 compared to Shane at #602 in the United States.

What do Shane and Brandon mean?

Shane means "God is gracious" (Hebrew via Irish origin). Brandon means "broom-covered hill" (Old English origin).

Are Shane and Brandon boy or girl names?

Shane is primarily a boy name. Brandon is primarily a boy name.