Shah Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationSHAH / /ʃɑː/Persian; Arabic
Meaning
Persian: king; Arabic: ruler
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Shah is derived from the Persian word for 'king' and has been used historically in various Persian-speaking regions. In Islamic culture, it is often associated with leadership and authority. The title has been used by various monarchs in Iran and is significant in the context of Persian history and literature.
Trend Summary
The name Shah has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with occasional spikes in use.
Similar Names
Variants
- Shahzadeh
International Variants
- Shah (Arabic)
- Shah (Persian)
Famous people named Shah
Shah Jahan was the Mughal emperor known for commissioning the Taj Mahal.
Shah Rukh Khan is a prominent Indian actor and film producer, often referred to as the 'King of Bollywood.'.
Shah Abbas I was a significant ruler of the Safavid dynasty in Persia, known for his military achievements and cultural patronage.
Shah of Iran refers to the monarchs who ruled Iran until the 1979 revolution.
Fictional characters named Shah
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Shah was first seen in the United States in 1972. Shah has ranked as high as #1356 nationally, which occurred in 2009, and has been most popular in New York, and Michigan. In the past 5 years the name Shah has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Shah (2021)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| MI | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1976 | 9 |
| 1977 | 10 |
| 1978 | 7 |
| 1979 | 9 |
| 1980 | 6 |
| 1986 | 6 |
| 1989 | 6 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1991 | 6 |
| 1992 | 8 |
| 1993 | 9 |
| 1995 | 10 |
| 1996 | 12 |
| 1997 | 12 |
| 1998 | 7 |
| 1999 | 10 |
| 2000 | 8 |
| 2001 | 12 |
| 2002 | 13 |
| 2003 | 6 |
| 2004 | 11 |
| 2005 | 12 |
| 2006 | 6 |
| 2007 | 11 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2009 | 22 |
| 2010 | 8 |
| 2011 | 11 |
| 2012 | 14 |
| 2013 | 16 |
| 2014 | 11 |
| 2015 | 11 |
| 2016 | 10 |
| 2017 | 9 |
| 2018 | 11 |
| 2019 | 7 |
| 2020 | 13 |
| 2021 | 14 |
| 2022 | 11 |
| 2023 | 14 |
| 2024 | 15 |