Shaun vs Sky

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Shaun

Boy #1,568 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"God is gracious"

Origin: Hebrew via Irish

Cultural Roots

Irish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,568
Total SSA Count
110
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Sky

Boy #1,700 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"sky, heavens"

Origin: Old Norse

Cultural Roots

English Scandinavian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,700
Total SSA Count
98
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Shaun Rank #1,568
Sky Rank #1,700

Shaun is more popular, ranked #1568 vs #1700 for Sky.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Shaun or Sky more popular?

Shaun is more popular, ranked #1568 compared to Sky at #1700 in the United States.

What do Shaun and Sky mean?

Shaun means "God is gracious" (Hebrew via Irish origin). Sky means "sky, heavens" (Old Norse origin).

Are Shaun and Sky boy or girl names?

Shaun is primarily a boy name. Sky is primarily a boy name.

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