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Shane vs Enoch

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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Enoch

Boy #719 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"dedicated, initiated"

Origin: Hebrew Chanokh

Cultural Roots

Jewish Christian English African-American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#719
Total SSA Count
367
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Shane Rank #602
Enoch Rank #719

Shane is more popular, ranked #602 vs #719 for Enoch.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Shane or Enoch more popular?

Shane is more popular, ranked #602 compared to Enoch at #719 in the United States.

What do Shane and Enoch mean?

Shane means "God is gracious" (Hebrew via Irish origin). Enoch means "dedicated, initiated" (Hebrew Chanokh origin).

Are Shane and Enoch boy or girl names?

Shane is primarily a boy name. Enoch is primarily a boy name.

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