Rising since 1988, #3,949 for boys today.
Popularity of Shneur since 1977
Babies named Shneur per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 6 |
| 1980s | 55 |
| 1990s | 81 |
| 2000s | 137 |
| 2010s | 204 |
| 2020s | 161 |
Meaning & origin
Shneur is a distinctly Jewish name rooted in the Hebrew phrase meaning "two lights." First recorded in U.S. Social Security data in 1977, it has seen a gradual rise in usage, ranking 3,949 in 2025 with a 1-in-63,262 birth rate. Its peak popularity came in 2020, and the name has been on a rising trajectory since 1988. In the 2020s, Shneur is most prevalent in New Jersey and New York, reflecting its strong association with Chabad communities. The name carries significant cultural and religious weight, and its consistent yet modest usage speaks to its enduring appeal within traditional Jewish circles.
Shneur is a Hebrew and Yiddish name deriving from the phrase "shnei ohr," meaning "two lights." It originated as a given name among Ashkenazi Jews in Eastern Europe and gained prominence through the founder of the Chabad-Lubavitch movement, Rabbi Shneur Zalman of Liadi (18th century). The name is traditionally used in Chabad families and has maintained a steady presence in Jewish communities, especially in New York and New Jersey.
Where Shneur is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Shneor, Shneyer, Shneour
Sibling names for Shneur
Names that share Shneur's style, for a brother or sister.
