NAME PROFILE
Shad
Shad is a name of Hebrew and Arabic origin that means 'shadow' or 'a person who is just or righteous.' It carries a sense of depth and strength, reflecting qualities of protection and moral integrity.
Key Stats
| Total births | 4,831 |
| Gender | Male (52% / 48%) |
| Peak year | 1971 |
| Peak generation | Gen X |
| First recorded | 1963 |
| Most recent | 2011 |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
UT — 29%CA — 27%OH — 16%TX — 15%WA — 14%
Notable People
Shadrach (Biblical figure) · Shad Khan (Businessman, owner of Jacksonville Jaguars) · Shad Gaspard (Wrestler, actor) · Shad Ross (Artist) · Shad Gregory Moss (Bow Wow, rapper, actor)
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