Shane vs Kane

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Shane

Boy #602 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"God is gracious"

Origin: Hebrew via Irish

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Boy #432 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"battle, warrior"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Shane Rank #602

Kane Rank #432

Kane is more popular, ranked #432 vs #602 for Shane.

Is Shane or Kane more popular?

Kane is more popular, ranked #432 compared to Shane at #602 in the United States.

What do Shane and Kane mean?

Shane means "God is gracious" (Hebrew via Irish origin). Kane means "battle, warrior" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Shane and Kane boy or girl names?

Shane is primarily a boy name. Kane is primarily a boy name.