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.
People
Paul Shane, English actor
Shane Warne, Australian cricketer
Shane MacDougall, Canadian comedian
Shane MacGowen, lead singer of The Pogues. Shane McMahon, wrestler Shane Mosley, boxer Shane Johnson, ice hockey player Shane Lechler, football player Shane O'Connor, rugby player Shane Harper, American actor, singer-songwriter, and dancer Shane Doan, Canadian ice hockey player Shane Gillis, American comedian and a very serious Norte Dame football enthusiast
Fiction
Shane (1953 movie), a Western starring Alan Ladd.
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