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Shawn vs Raiden

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Shawn

Boy #639 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"God is gracious"

Origin: Hebrew (Yochanan) via Irish (Sean)

Cultural Roots

American Irish English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#639
Total SSA Count
438
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Shawn Rank #639
Raiden Rank #449

Raiden is more popular, ranked #449 vs #639 for Shawn.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Shawn or Raiden more popular?

Raiden is more popular, ranked #449 compared to Shawn at #639 in the United States.

What do Shawn and Raiden mean?

Shawn means "God is gracious" (Hebrew (Yochanan) via Irish (Sean) origin). Raiden means "thunder and lightning" (Japanese origin).

Are Shawn and Raiden boy or girl names?

Shawn is primarily a boy name. Raiden is primarily a boy name.

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