Shun
Pronunciation: [ sh-UHN ]
Shun is a girl baby name. Ranked #62,710 in the US.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Shun first appeared in US Social Security records in 1969.
Over 30 babies have been named Shun in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Shun is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #62,710 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #62,710
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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Shun is also used as a boy name, ranked #31596.
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About the Name Shun
Shun is a girl name .
Is Shun a boy or girl name? Shun is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #62,710 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #31,596. Shun is more commonly used as a boy name.
Shun is currently ranked #62,710 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Alternative spellings of Shun include Shulamis . 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