The name Shin is of Japanese origin and means "true" or "heart". It is traditionally used as both a given name and surname, making it quite versatile. In Korean, Shin translates to "god" or "divine", further adding to its profound meaning. The name Shin has been popular in Japan for centuries but has gained international recognition due to its unique sound and profound meaning.
"Shin has had notable popularity over several decades, with the highest birth years being 1994 and 2013, both at 8 and 7 respectively. The name's popularity peaked between 1994 and 2000 before seeing a slight decline, then stabilizing around 5-7 births per year until the most recent data from 2019."