Shade Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationSHAYD / /ʃeɪd/English; African
Meaning
English: shadow; African: a form of protection
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Shade has roots in English, where it is associated with the concept of shadow or shelter. In some African cultures, it can symbolize protection or safety. The name has gained popularity in modern times, often reflecting a connection to nature and tranquility. It is used predominantly for boys but can also be found as a unisex name.
Trend Summary
The name Shade has seen a modest presence in the US, with occasional spikes in popularity.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Shade was first seen in the United States in 1880. Shade has ranked as high as #1226 nationally, which occurred in 1997, and has been most popular in Kentucky, North Carolina, Ohio, Florida, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Shade has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Shade (2012)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 8 |
| 1882 | 7 |
| 1885 | 7 |
| 1887 | 6 |
| 1890 | 5 |
| 1891 | 6 |
| 1892 | 7 |
| 1907 | 6 |
| 1910 | 6 |
| 1914 | 10 |
| 1915 | 12 |
| 1916 | 7 |
| 1917 | 14 |
| 1918 | 13 |
| 1919 | 10 |
| 1920 | 5 |
| 1921 | 16 |
| 1922 | 7 |
| 1923 | 7 |
| 1924 | 7 |
| 1925 | 9 |
| 1928 | 15 |
| 1930 | 10 |
| 1931 | 9 |
| 1932 | 5 |
| 1935 | 5 |
| 1937 | 6 |
| 1938 | 8 |
| 1939 | 5 |
| 1940 | 5 |
| 1941 | 6 |
| 1942 | 6 |
| 1943 | 5 |
| 1945 | 6 |
| 1950 | 5 |
| 1952 | 8 |
| 1961 | 9 |
| 1962 | 6 |
| 1964 | 6 |
| 1967 | 5 |
| 1968 | 5 |
| 1972 | 7 |
| 1975 | 8 |
| 1976 | 6 |
| 1977 | 7 |
| 1978 | 9 |
| 1979 | 8 |
| 1980 | 6 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1982 | 9 |
| 1983 | 15 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1986 | 7 |
| 1987 | 8 |
| 1988 | 13 |
| 1989 | 15 |
| 1990 | 11 |
| 1991 | 9 |
| 1992 | 16 |
| 1993 | 29 |
| 1994 | 24 |
| 1995 | 25 |
| 1996 | 24 |
| 1997 | 33 |
| 1998 | 25 |
| 1999 | 28 |
| 2000 | 21 |
| 2001 | 18 |
| 2002 | 17 |
| 2003 | 20 |
| 2004 | 15 |
| 2005 | 21 |
| 2006 | 24 |
| 2007 | 28 |
| 2008 | 26 |
| 2009 | 18 |
| 2010 | 21 |
| 2011 | 18 |
| 2012 | 26 |
| 2013 | 19 |
| 2014 | 12 |
| 2015 | 22 |
| 2016 | 14 |
| 2017 | 20 |
| 2018 | 20 |
| 2019 | 19 |
| 2020 | 14 |
| 2021 | 19 |
| 2022 | 14 |
| 2023 | 18 |
| 2024 | 17 |