Shou Name Meaning, Origin & History

Name Meaning & Origin

Shou

"Shou may refer to:Robin Shou, a Chinese American actor The Chinese character shou (寿/壽) that means "longevity" Shanghai Ocean University (SHOU), China Shou, the Chinese god of longevity, one of the Sanxing Shou County, a county in China Shō, a masculine Japanese given name Shō (instrument), a Japanese instrument Shō, a traditional Japanese unit of volume equal to 1"

Multiple origins Origin Predominantly Male 📈 Peak 1991 👥 10 in US

Data last updated: 2025 SSA records

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Meaning
Shou may refer to:Robin Shou, a Chinese American actor The Chinese character shou (寿/壽) that means "longevity" Shanghai Ocean University (SHOU), China Shou, the Chinese god of longevity, one of the Sanxing Shou County, a county in China Shō, a masculine Japanese given name Shō (instrument), a Japanese instrument Shō, a traditional Japanese unit of volume equal to 1
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Origin
Multiple origins
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US Bearers
10
Life Path
Number 9

📖 What Does Shou Mean?

Shou may refer to:Robin Shou, a Chinese American actor The Chinese character shou (寿/壽) that means "longevity" Shanghai Ocean University (SHOU), China Shou, the Chinese god of longevity, one of the Sanxing Shou County, a county in China Shō, a masculine Japanese given name Shō (instrument), a Japanese instrument Shō, a traditional Japanese unit of volume equal to 1.8L Shou Ronpo, a character from Uchu Sentai Kyuranger Shou Tatsumi, a characters from Kyuukyuu Sentai GoGoFive

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Shou may refer to:Robin Shou, a Chinese American actor The Chinese character shou (寿/壽) that means "longevity" Shanghai Ocean University (SHOU), China Shou, the Chinese god of longevity, one of the Sanxing Shou County, a county in China Shō, a masculine Japanese given name Shō (instrument), a Japanese instrument Shō, a traditional Japanese unit of volume equal to 1.8L Shou Ronpo, a character from Uchu Sentai Kyuranger Shou Tatsumi, a characters from Kyuukyuu Sentai GoGoFive

Root Element
Shou
Core Meaning
"Shou may refer to:Robin Shou, a Chinese American actor The Chinese character shou (寿/壽) that means "longevity" Shanghai Ocean University (SHOU), China Shou, the Chinese god of longevity, one of the Sanxing Shou County, a county in China Shō, a masculine Japanese given name Shō (instrument), a Japanese instrument Shō, a traditional Japanese unit of volume equal to 1"
Language

🔢 Numerology of Shou

S 1
H 8
O 6
U 3
SUM 9
9
Life Path
Compassion & Idealism
9
Soul Urge
Compassion & Idealism
9
Personality
Compassion & Idealism

Life Path 9 — Compassion & Idealism: Humanitarian, selfless, and globally-minded.

📊 Shou in Numbers

10 US bearers
1991 Peak year
Predominantly Male Predominant gender
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Historical Journey

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Ancient Roots

Root element "Shou" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "Shou may refer to:Robin Shou, a Chinese American actor The Chinese character shou (寿/壽) that means "longevity" Shanghai Ocean University (SHOU), China Shou, the Chinese god of longevity, one of the Sanxing Shou County, a county in China Shō, a masculine Japanese given name Shō (instrument), a Japanese instrument Shō, a traditional Japanese unit of volume equal to 1".

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Classical Period

Used in English literary and religious texts, spreading through cultural exchange.

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Medieval Period

Carried across regions through trade, religion, and migration. Multiple spelling variants develop.

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Modern Adoption

Standardized in its current form. Continues to be used across multiple cultures worldwide.

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Today (2026)

~10 people named Shou in the US. Peaked in 1991 with 5 recorded uses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the numerology number for Shou?

The Life Path number for Shou is 9, associated with Compassion & Idealism. Soul Urge: 9. Personality: 9.

Is Shou a boy or girl name?

Shou is Predominantly Male. Based on US data, 100% male and 0% female.

How many people are named Shou in the US?

Approximately 10 people in the United States are named Shou. The name peaked in 1991 with 5 recorded uses.

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