Shane vs Salem

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Shane

Boy #602 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"God is gracious"

Origin: Hebrew via Irish

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Boy #635 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"peace, complete"

Origin: Hebrew

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Shane Rank #602

Salem Rank #635

Shane is more popular, ranked #602 vs #635 for Salem.

Is Shane or Salem more popular?

Shane is more popular, ranked #602 compared to Salem at #635 in the United States.

What do Shane and Salem mean?

Shane means "God is gracious" (Hebrew via Irish origin). Salem means "peace, complete" (Hebrew origin).

Are Shane and Salem boy or girl names?

Shane is primarily a boy name. Salem is primarily a boy name.