Shin Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationshin / ʃɪnJapanese; Korean
Meaning
Japanese: 'truth'; Korean: 'new'
Historical & Cultural Background
In Japan, Shin is often used as a given name and can signify various positive attributes such as truthfulness or sincerity. In Korea, it is a common name that may also denote newness or freshness. The name has cultural significance in both countries and is often associated with various historical figures and modern personalities. Shin is also used in compound names in both cultures, enhancing its versatility.
Trend Summary
The name Shin has seen moderate popularity in both Japan and Korea, often reflecting cultural trends towards traditional names.
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International Variants
- Shin (Japanese); Sin (Korean)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Shin was first seen in the United States in 1978. Shin has ranked as high as #1229 nationally, which occurred in 1994, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Shin has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Shin (1978)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1978 | 7 |
| 1983 | 6 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1990 | 6 |
| 1994 | 8 |
| 1995 | 6 |
| 1997 | 5 |
| 1998 | 5 |
| 1999 | 7 |
| 2000 | 6 |
| 2011 | 7 |
| 2012 | 6 |
| 2013 | 7 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2018 | 5 |
| 2019 | 5 |