Back to Baby Names

Shane vs Jaxton

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

Similar Names

Popularity Comparison

Shane Rank #602
Jaxton Rank #611

Shane is more popular, ranked #602 vs #611 for Jaxton.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Shane or Jaxton more popular?

Shane is more popular, ranked #602 compared to Jaxton at #611 in the United States.

What do Shane and Jaxton mean?

Shane means "God is gracious" (Hebrew via Irish origin). Jaxton means "son of Jack" (American English origin).

Are Shane and Jaxton boy or girl names?

Shane is primarily a boy name. Jaxton is primarily a boy name.

More Comparisons