Shaw Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationSHAW / /ʃɔː/English; Irish
Meaning
English: 'dweller by the wood'; Irish: 'from the thicket'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Shaw has roots in both English and Irish cultures. In English, it is derived from the Old English word 'sceaga', meaning 'a small wood or grove'. In Ireland, it is often associated with the Gaelic word 'sitheach', which means 'thicket'. The name has been used as both a surname and a given name.
Trend Summary
The name Shaw has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a modest presence in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Sha
- Shay
International Variants
- Shaw (English)
- Shá (Irish)
Famous people named Shaw
Shaw Taylor was a British television presenter known for his work on crime shows.
Fictional characters named Shaw
Shaw is a character in the 'Saw' film series, known for his involvement in the series' complex traps.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Shaw was first seen in the United States in 1914. Shaw has ranked as high as #1317 nationally, which occurred in 2020, and has been most popular in California, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Shaw has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Shaw (2022)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1914 | 6 |
| 1920 | 5 |
| 1922 | 7 |
| 1939 | 5 |
| 1954 | 5 |
| 1958 | 5 |
| 1959 | 6 |
| 1960 | 8 |
| 1962 | 5 |
| 1963 | 5 |
| 1964 | 6 |
| 1965 | 8 |
| 1966 | 8 |
| 1967 | 8 |
| 1968 | 10 |
| 1969 | 13 |
| 1970 | 18 |
| 1971 | 16 |
| 1972 | 20 |
| 1973 | 18 |
| 1974 | 28 |
| 1975 | 23 |
| 1976 | 18 |
| 1977 | 12 |
| 1978 | 22 |
| 1979 | 20 |
| 1980 | 10 |
| 1981 | 19 |
| 1982 | 18 |
| 1983 | 19 |
| 1984 | 9 |
| 1985 | 22 |
| 1986 | 25 |
| 1987 | 23 |
| 1988 | 15 |
| 1989 | 19 |
| 1990 | 19 |
| 1991 | 13 |
| 1992 | 23 |
| 1993 | 18 |
| 1994 | 18 |
| 1995 | 19 |
| 1996 | 18 |
| 1997 | 24 |
| 1998 | 20 |
| 1999 | 14 |
| 2000 | 22 |
| 2001 | 25 |
| 2002 | 23 |
| 2003 | 13 |
| 2004 | 15 |
| 2005 | 14 |
| 2006 | 31 |
| 2007 | 25 |
| 2008 | 19 |
| 2009 | 18 |
| 2010 | 15 |
| 2011 | 25 |
| 2012 | 36 |
| 2013 | 29 |
| 2014 | 25 |
| 2015 | 31 |
| 2016 | 33 |
| 2017 | 28 |
| 2018 | 31 |
| 2019 | 31 |
| 2020 | 39 |
| 2021 | 32 |
| 2022 | 34 |
| 2023 | 26 |
| 2024 | 25 |