Boys name · Virginia
Shawn in Virginia
Shawn was the 661st most popular boys name in Virginia in 2025, with 11 babies named Shawn that year. Since 1953, Virginia families have named 7,420 babies Shawn.
Popularity over time
Shawn in Virginia, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1953 | 5 | 508th |
| 1964 | 77 | 106th |
| 1974 | 280 | 24th |
| 1984 | 139 | 55th |
| 1995 | 110 | 74th |
| 2005 | 76 | 123rd |
| 2015 | 25 | 331st |
| 2025 | 11 | 661st |
Its rank among boys names in Virginia fell from 508th in 1953 to 661st in 2025.
The most babies named Shawn in Virginia in a single year was 293, in 1972. Its best showing was 24th among boys names in 1974.
Across the country, Shawn reached its best rank of 8th in Montana (1970). See Shawn in every state →
How popular is Shawn in Virginia?
Shawn was the 661st most popular boys name in Virginia in 2025, with 11 babies named Shawn that year. Since 1953, Virginia families have named 7,420 babies Shawn.
How many babies are named Shawn in Virginia?
In 2025, 11 babies were named Shawn in Virginia. The most babies named Shawn in Virginia in a single year was 293, in 1972.
What is the rank of Shawn in Virginia?
Shawn ranked 661st among boys names in Virginia in 2025. Its best showing was 24th among boys names in 1974.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, names by state of birth (public domain). Counts below 5 in a state-year are omitted by the SSA for privacy.