How Many People Are Named Shyam?
Complete statistics for the name Shyam: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Shyam, a very rare male name, stands out with only 726 people bearing it in the US today, making up just 1 in 454,241 Americans. The majority, 64%, are under 30, giving it a decidedly modern vibe.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Traditionally, the life-path number 3 symbolizes creativity, self-expression, and joy.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 26All 747 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 2005Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Declining
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Shyam Through the Generations
With a total of 747 births recorded since its inception, Shyam has seen its peak popularity in 2005 when 34 babies were given this name. Today, the average age of those named Shyam is 26, with 475 individuals under 30 and 272 aged between 30 and 60. This trend shows a declining interest in the name over recent years, indicating it's more popular among younger generations.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Shyam's Sanskrit roots
📄 About the Name Shyam
How Many People Have the Name Shyam?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 301 people in the United States currently share the name Shyam. That works out to roughly 1 in every 1,101,160 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Shyam a Common or Rare Name?
Shyam is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Shyam in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.
When Was Shyam Most Popular?
The name Shyam reached peak popularity in 2005, with 34 babies registered that year. Current trend: Declining.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Shyam?
Approximately 301 people named Shyam live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 301. That works out to roughly 1 in 1,101,160 Americans.
Is Shyam a rare name?
Shyam is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 1,101,160 Americans has this name.
What does the name Shyam mean?
The meaning and origin of Shyam are shown in the Meaning & Origin section on this page.
Is Shyam more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Shyam are male and 0% are female.
When was Shyam most popular?
Shyam peaked in 2005 with 34 births that year. Current trend: Declining.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.