Shane vs Chosen

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

Chosen

Boy #620 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"selected, set apart, elected"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American African American Christian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#620
Total SSA Count
459
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Shane Rank #602
Chosen Rank #620

Shane is more popular, ranked #602 vs #620 for Chosen.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Shane or Chosen more popular?

Shane is more popular, ranked #602 compared to Chosen at #620 in the United States.

What do Shane and Chosen mean?

Shane means "God is gracious" (Hebrew via Irish origin). Chosen means "selected, set apart, elected" (Old English origin).

Are Shane and Chosen boy or girl names?

Shane is primarily a boy name. Chosen is primarily a boy name.

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