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Shane vs Conrad

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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Conrad

Boy #470 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bold counsel"

Origin: Old High German

Cultural Roots

German English Polish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#470
Total SSA Count
654
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Shane Rank #602
Conrad Rank #470

Conrad is more popular, ranked #470 vs #602 for Shane.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Shane or Conrad more popular?

Conrad is more popular, ranked #470 compared to Shane at #602 in the United States.

What do Shane and Conrad mean?

Shane means "God is gracious" (Hebrew via Irish origin). Conrad means "bold counsel" (Old High German origin).

Are Shane and Conrad boy or girl names?

Shane is primarily a boy name. Conrad is primarily a boy name.

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