Shane Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Shane Name at a Glance

Name	Shane
Meaning	Gift from God.
Origin	Hebrew
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Shane Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Shane means “Gift from God”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Shane Name Origin

Our database records Shane under Hebrew origin. Browse more Hebrew baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Shane a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Shane is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Shane

When considering Shane for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.