Shaine Unisex
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: SHAYN //ʃeɪn//
Origin: Irish; Hebrew
Meaning: Irish: 'gift from God'; Hebrew: 'God is gracious'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Shaine is derived from the Hebrew name Sha'ul, which means "asked for" or "prayed for." This name transitioned into Greek as Saulos and later into Latin as Saulus. The name Shaine can also be seen as a variant of Shane, which is an Anglicized form of the Irish name Seán, itself a derivative of the Hebrew name Yohanan, meaning "God is gracious." The evolution of Shaine into English can be traced through these linguistic transformations, reflecting a blend of Hebrew, Greek, Latin, and Gaelic influences.
Historically, the name Shaul appears in the Hebrew Bible, notably as the name of the first king of Israel, Saul, who reigned around the 11th century BCE. His story is significant in Jewish history and is recounted in the books of Samuel.
The name's prominence continued through various biblical translations, including the Septuagint and the Vulgate, which helped disseminate its use across different cultures and languages. The Anglicized form Shane gained traction in the English-speaking world, particularly through Irish heritage, where it became associated with various saints and historical figures.
Culturally, names derived from Sha'ul have been imbued with notions of divine favor and significance, often symbolizing a deep connection to faith and spirituality. The name has been used in various literary and artistic contexts, reinforcing its resonance in cultural narratives.
Additionally, the diminutive form Shane has been widely recognized, further contributing to the name's historical legacy. Overall, Shaine embodies a rich tapestry of linguistic and cultural heritage, reflecting its journey through time and across different societies.
Famous people named Shaine
In this section, you will find notable people named Shaine. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Shaine who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
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Shaine McGowan is a musician best known for being the lead singer of The Pogues, and for the song 'Fairytale of New York'.
Shaine O'Neill is a professional soccer player best known for playing as a defender for the New York Red Bulls.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Shaine was first seen in the United States in 1969.
Shaine has ranked as high as #3460 nationally, which occurred in 1987, and has been most popular in California, New York, and Pennsylvania.
In the past 5 years the name Shaine has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Shaine is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Shaine was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Shaine.
| Year | Total Births | Boy | Girl |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 2020 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 2017 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 2016 | 12 | 12 | 0 |
| 2015 | 16 | 16 | 0 |
| 2014 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 2013 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 2012 | 20 | 14 | 6 |
| 2011 | 12 | 12 | 0 |
| 2010 | 16 | 11 | 5 |
| 2009 | 19 | 13 | 6 |
| 2008 | 26 | 26 | 0 |
| 2007 | 23 | 15 | 8 |
| 2006 | 26 | 18 | 8 |
| 2005 | 26 | 18 | 8 |
| 2004 | 25 | 18 | 7 |
| 2003 | 28 | 21 | 7 |
| 2002 | 27 | 19 | 8 |
| 2001 | 30 | 23 | 7 |
| 2000 | 33 | 27 | 6 |
| 1999 | 31 | 24 | 7 |
| 1998 | 34 | 25 | 9 |
| 1997 | 45 | 32 | 13 |
| 1996 | 29 | 21 | 8 |
| 1995 | 36 | 24 | 12 |
| 1994 | 37 | 30 | 7 |
| 1993 | 31 | 31 | 0 |
| 1992 | 33 | 26 | 7 |
| 1991 | 34 | 27 | 7 |
| 1990 | 43 | 38 | 5 |
| 1989 | 37 | 32 | 5 |
| 1988 | 38 | 32 | 6 |
| 1987 | 50 | 39 | 11 |
| 1986 | 39 | 32 | 7 |
| 1985 | 34 | 29 | 5 |
| 1984 | 21 | 21 | 0 |
| 1983 | 13 | 13 | 0 |
| 1982 | 17 | 17 | 0 |
| 1981 | 12 | 12 | 0 |
| 1980 | 18 | 18 | 0 |
| 1979 | 20 | 20 | 0 |
| 1978 | 28 | 20 | 8 |
| 1977 | 30 | 24 | 6 |
| 1976 | 26 | 26 | 0 |
| 1975 | 22 | 17 | 5 |
| 1974 | 25 | 16 | 9 |
| 1973 | 28 | 19 | 9 |
| 1972 | 15 | 15 | 0 |
| 1971 | 12 | 12 | 0 |
| 1970 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 1969 | 10 | 10 | 0 |
Top States for Shaine (2000)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |