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Shane vs Collin

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

Shane Rank #602
Collin Rank #490

Collin is more popular, ranked #490 vs #602 for Shane.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Shane or Collin more popular?

Collin is more popular, ranked #490 compared to Shane at #602 in the United States.

What do Shane and Collin mean?

Shane means "God is gracious" (Hebrew via Irish origin). Collin means "young creature, cub" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Shane and Collin boy or girl names?

Shane is primarily a boy name. Collin is primarily a boy name.

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