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Shea vs Rush

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rush

Boy #1,496 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"rush plant (marsh grass)"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,496
Total SSA Count
120
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Shea Rank #1,494
Rush Rank #1,496

Shea is more popular, ranked #1494 vs #1496 for Rush.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Shea or Rush more popular?

Shea is more popular, ranked #1494 compared to Rush at #1496 in the United States.

What do Shea and Rush mean?

Shea means "hawk-like" (Irish Gaelic origin). Rush means "rush plant (marsh grass)" (Old English origin).

Are Shea and Rush boy or girl names?

Shea is primarily a boy name. Rush is primarily a boy name.

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