Shun
Shun is a boy's name of Japanese origin.
Meaning
Talented, fast, or excellent depending on the Japanese kanji used.
Origin and history
Shun is a masculine given name of Japanese origin, written with various kanji characters depending on the desired meaning. It can mean speed, talented, or asparagus depending on the kanji used. In the United States, it remains a rare name with steady, low-volume usage over the decades.
Popularity in the United States
909 babies in the United States have been named Shun since 1880. It ranks #3769 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1907.
States where it is most popular
- IL (21.8 %)
- TN (21.8 %)
- TX (15.4 %)
- GA (12.8 %)
- MS (12.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 5 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 59 |
| 1970-1980 | 280 |
| 1980-1990 | 184 |
| 1990-2000 | 137 |
| 2000-2010 | 132 |
| 2010-2019 | 92 |
| 2020-2029 | 20 |
Famous people named Shun
- Shun Oguri: Actor, Voice actor
Fun facts
- In Japan, Shun can be written with different kanji characters, each conveying distinct attributes such as talent or speed.