Shane
Shane is a male first name, or a surname. Shane has been a favored name for males for centuries, with Irish roots and a derivation from the Gaelic name Seán, signifying "God is gracious." The name has been in use in Ireland since the 6th century and has subsequently spread to other regions of the globe. It is a form of the Irish name Sean, or Shawn, which means John. The pronunciation of the name is [ sheyn ].  This name was ranked #493 on the US Popular Names in 2021.