Shane as a Male Name
Shane is most commonly a boy's name.
Parents choosing Shane for a boy get a name with a clear Irish (from Hebrew) heritage and a well-established boy's usage. The name Shane means “God is gracious” and is of Irish (from Hebrew) origin. Closely related male forms and variants include Seán, Shaun, Shayne, Shawn.
For the full etymology, history and popularity of Shane across all genders, see the complete Shane name meaning.
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Is Shane a boy's name?+
Shane is most commonly a boy's name. It means “God is gracious” and is of Irish (from Hebrew) origin.
What does Shane mean?+
Shane means “God is gracious” and originates from Irish (from Hebrew).