Shu: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: sh-oo
Origin: China
gender-male

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Region Origin: East Asia
Meaning: Comfortable

Shu is a name with multiple origins and meanings. 'Shu 'means 'comfortable, relaxed'or 'gentle'in Chinese, not 'to know'or 'to understand. 'while in others, it is associated with the Chinese character for "to know" or "to understand. " The name 'Shu 'has been used in various cultural contexts, particularly in Chinese culture where it signifies comfort and gentleness, and in Japanese culture as part of names like 'Shun', which means 'fast'. It is a versatile name that conveys intelligence and knowledge.

Shu Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Shu is currently #28255 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Shu is currently #12036 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Shu is currently #14512 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-male Boy Unique: Shu is currently #6238 on Kiindred Boy Unique Names
chat-overall Australian: Shu is currently #13953 on Kiindred Australian Names

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