Shin
Pronunciation: [ sh-IHN ]
Shin is a boy baby name. Ranked #26,595 in the US.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Shin first appeared in US Social Security records in 1978.
Over 97 babies have been named Shin in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Shin is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #26,595 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #26,595
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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Classic pairing, smooth 1-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, quick 1-1 syllable combo
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Classic pairing, smooth 1-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, quick 1-1 syllable combo
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Timeless choice, quick 1-1 syllable combo
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Classic pairing, smooth 1-2 syllable flow
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Shin is also used as a girl name, ranked #35499.
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About the Name Shin
Shin is a boy name .
Is Shin a boy or girl name? Shin is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #26,595 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #35,499. Shin is more commonly used as a boy name.
Shin is currently ranked #26,595 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Alternative spellings of Shin include Shiloh, Shimon, Shia, Shivansh, Shilo . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis