Masculine dossier · first seen 1914
Shaw
Stable
Cross-generational persistence
Peak era
2020
Peak births
39
Current vitality
Rare
Peak generation
Gen Alpha
Quick answers about Shaw
How many people are named Shaw?
An estimated 1,258 living Americans are named Shaw.
How rare is Shaw?
Shaw is very rare among babies today, with 21 boys receiving the name in 2025, down 46.2% from its 2020 peak.
How old is the typical Shaw?
The median age of a living American named Shaw is approximately 25 years, with most bearers falling between 11 and 42 years old.
Is Shaw still popular?
Yes. Shaw is holding steady, with 21 births in 2025 and a consistent recent baseline.
1914Peak 20202025
Peak year
2020
Decline from peak
46.2%
2025
21
All-time
1,336