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Shaw vs Phenix

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Shaw

Boy #4,307 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"thicket, small wood"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

Scottish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,307
Total SSA Count
25
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Shaw Rank #4,307
Phenix Rank #4,459

Shaw is more popular, ranked #4307 vs #4459 for Phenix.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Shaw or Phenix more popular?

Shaw is more popular, ranked #4307 compared to Phenix at #4459 in the United States.

What do Shaw and Phenix mean?

Shaw means "thicket, small wood" (Old English origin). Phenix means "dark red, crimson" (Greek phoinix origin).

Are Shaw and Phenix boy or girl names?

Shaw is primarily a boy name. Phenix is primarily a boy name.

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