Townes vs Shea

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Shea

Boy #1,494 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"hawk-like"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,494
Total SSA Count
120
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Townes Rank #1,554
Shea Rank #1,494

Shea is more popular, ranked #1494 vs #1554 for Townes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Townes or Shea more popular?

Shea is more popular, ranked #1494 compared to Townes at #1554 in the United States.

What do Townes and Shea mean?

Townes means "from the town, settlement" (Old English origin). Shea means "hawk-like" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Townes and Shea boy or girl names?

Townes is primarily a boy name. Shea is primarily a boy name.

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