SHADOW
The meaning of the unisex name Shadow is SHADE FROM SUN.
Details on SHADOW:
- Gender:
- Unisex
- Meaning(s):
- Shade from sun
- Popularity for Boy:
- 14,008th in the USA (top 45%)
- Popularity for Girl:
- 24,460th in the USA (bottom 30%)
- Origin(s)
- Themes / lists:
Latest USA SSA birth information:
14 births
SHADOW as a BOY in 2024
6 births
SHADOW as a GIRL in 2024
The meaning(s) of SHADOW:
The name Shadow is a Shakespearean baby name. In Shakespearean the meaning of the name Shadow is: King Henry IV, Part 2' Simon Shadow, a country soldier.
USA SSA birth(s) for SHADOW:
Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name SHADOW
SHADOW as a boy
| Year | Boy Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 14 births |
| 2023 | 12 births |
| 2022 | 18 births |
| 2021 | 17 births |
| 2020 | 14 births |
| 2019 | 15 births |
| 2018 | 10 births |
| 2017 | 18 births |
| 2016 | 7 births |
| 2015 | 11 births |
| 2014 | 14 births |
| 2013 | 13 births |
| 2012 | 5 births |
| 2011 | 17 births |
| 2010 | 7 births |
| 2009 | 8 births |
SHADOW as a girl
| Year | Girl Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 6 births |
| 2023 | 8 births |
| 2022 | 13 births |
| 2021 | 8 births |
| 2020 | 10 births |
| 2019 | 7 births |
| 2018 | 8 births |
| 2017 | 12 births |
| 2016 | 8 births |
| 2015 | 10 births |
| 2014 | 6 births |
| 2011 | 8 births |
| 2010 | 7 births |
| 2009 | 8 births |
| 2008 | 11 births |
| 2007 | 6 births |
About the name SHADOW
**Shadow**: A name that dances at the edge of light and dark, evoking the soft, whispering presence that follows us through life. Originating from the Old English word "sceadu," which means "shade" or "shadow," this name carries with it a sense of mystery and depth. Symbolically, shadows represent protection, the unseen, and the duality of existence, reminding us that light and darkness coexist in harmony. Cultures around the world embrace the concept of shadows, with strong roots in folklore and mythology; in many Native American traditions, shadows are seen as the spirits of ancestors guiding and watching over us. Popular in various places, from the United States to parts of Japan, the name Shadow embodies a modern, yet timeless quality, appealing to parents seeking a name that resonates with both strength and subtlety. It speaks to those who appreciate the beauty of contrasts, making it a striking choice for a child destined to embrace the complexities of life.
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