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Shane vs Davis

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
Davis Rank #646

Shane is more popular, ranked #602 vs #646 for Davis.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Shane or Davis more popular?

Shane is more popular, ranked #602 compared to Davis at #646 in the United States.

What do Shane and Davis mean?

Shane means "God is gracious" (Hebrew via Irish origin). Davis means "son of David" (English/Welsh patronymic origin).

Are Shane and Davis boy or girl names?

Shane is primarily a boy name. Davis is primarily a boy name.

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