Shadrach
Shadrach: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Shadrach
- A male given name from Hebrew of biblical origin.
Etymology
From Biblical Hebrew שדרך (šdrk /šadrak/), from Iranian, ultimately from Proto-Iranian *čiθráh with the hypocoristic suffix *-akah.
How popular is Shadrach?
Since 1880, 785 boys in the U.S. have been named Shadrach. Its highest rank for boys was #2929 in 1994. In 2025, 10 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Sibling name ideas for Shadrach
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Shadrach FAQ
What does the name Shadrach mean?
A male given name from Hebrew of biblical origin. From Biblical Hebrew שדרך (šdrk /šadrak/), from Iranian, ultimately from Proto-Iranian *čiθráh with the hypocoristic suffix *-akah.
What is the origin of the name Shadrach?
Shadrach is listed as a name of Hebrew origin.
How popular is the name Shadrach?
Since 1880, 785 boys in the U.S. have been named Shadrach. Its highest rank for boys was #2929 in 1994. In 2025, 10 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Shadrach a boy or girl name?
Shadrach is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 785 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.