Shaelyn Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationSHAY-lin / /ˈʃeɪ.lɪn/Irish; English
Meaning
Irish: 'admirable'; English: 'from the fairy palace'
Historical & Cultural Background
Shaelyn is a modern name that combines elements from Irish and English origins. It has gained popularity in recent decades, particularly in English-speaking countries. The name reflects a trend towards unique and creative variations of traditional names.
Trend Summary
Shaelyn has seen a rise in popularity in the United States since the early 2000s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Shaelynn
- Shailyn
International Variants
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Shaelyn was first seen in the United States in 1976. Shaelyn has ranked as high as #1106 nationally, which occurred in 2000, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Pennsylvania, Florida, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Shaelyn has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Shaelyn (2021)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1976 | 5 |
| 1979 | 12 |
| 1980 | 12 |
| 1983 | 13 |
| 1984 | 13 |
| 1985 | 9 |
| 1986 | 18 |
| 1987 | 27 |
| 1988 | 12 |
| 1989 | 29 |
| 1990 | 41 |
| 1991 | 36 |
| 1992 | 62 |
| 1993 | 38 |
| 1994 | 73 |
| 1995 | 62 |
| 1996 | 107 |
| 1997 | 112 |
| 1998 | 159 |
| 1999 | 155 |
| 2000 | 177 |
| 2001 | 138 |
| 2002 | 146 |
| 2003 | 160 |
| 2004 | 136 |
| 2005 | 146 |
| 2006 | 161 |
| 2007 | 159 |
| 2008 | 148 |
| 2009 | 163 |
| 2010 | 147 |
| 2011 | 107 |
| 2012 | 96 |
| 2013 | 96 |
| 2014 | 67 |
| 2015 | 79 |
| 2016 | 60 |
| 2017 | 54 |
| 2018 | 49 |
| 2019 | 36 |
| 2020 | 43 |
| 2021 | 44 |
| 2022 | 25 |
| 2023 | 24 |
| 2024 | 20 |