Holding steady.
Popularity of Shadrack since 1971
Babies named Shadrack per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 26 |
| 1980s | 18 |
| 1990s | 22 |
| 2000s | 31 |
| 2010s | 20 |
| 2020s | 6 |
Meaning & origin
Shadrack is a biblical name with a distinctive sound and a notable history. First recorded in U.S. data in 1971, its peak year was 1973, though it has never cracked the top 1,000. The name's trajectory is stable, meaning usage has remained consistently rare over the decades. It originates from the Book of Daniel, where Shadrach is the Babylonian name of one of the three young men who survived the fiery furnace. The spelling Shadrack is an English variant that has seen modest but steady use, particularly in religious communities. Despite its lack of widespread popularity, the name carries strong cultural and religious associations.
Shadrack is an English variant of Shadrach, the Babylonian name given to Hananiah in the Book of Daniel (Daniel 1:7). The Hebrew original was adapted to a Babylonian form, possibly from the god's name Aku or meaning 'command of Aku.' The name was introduced to English speakers through the Bible and gained limited use in the United States during the 20th century, particularly among African American families.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Shad, Rack
Variants: Shadrach, Shadrak
Sibling names for Shadrack
Names that share Shadrack's style, for a brother or sister.
