Shaelynn Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationSHAY-lin / /ˈʃeɪ.lɪn/English; American
Meaning
English: combination of Shay and Lynn; American: derived from the name Shay
Historical & Cultural Background
Shaelynn is a modern name that combines elements from traditional names. The name Shay has Hebrew origins, meaning 'gift' or 'satisfaction,' while Lynn is of Welsh origin, meaning 'lake' or 'waterfall.' This combination reflects a trend in contemporary naming practices that favor unique and blended names. Shaelynn has gained popularity in the United States since the late 20th century.
Trend Summary
Shaelynn has seen a rise in popularity in the United States, particularly in the 2000s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Shaylyn
- Shailyn
International Variants
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Shaelynn was first seen in the United States in 1985. Shaelynn has ranked as high as #1315 nationally, which occurred in 2008, and has been most popular in Ohio, Utah, California, Texas, and Washington. In the past 5 years the name Shaelynn has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Shaelynn (2019)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| OH | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1986 | 10 |
| 1987 | 11 |
| 1988 | 9 |
| 1989 | 19 |
| 1990 | 18 |
| 1991 | 23 |
| 1992 | 23 |
| 1993 | 28 |
| 1994 | 29 |
| 1995 | 32 |
| 1996 | 41 |
| 1997 | 63 |
| 1998 | 74 |
| 1999 | 72 |
| 2000 | 52 |
| 2001 | 73 |
| 2002 | 52 |
| 2003 | 73 |
| 2004 | 67 |
| 2005 | 64 |
| 2006 | 78 |
| 2007 | 82 |
| 2008 | 85 |
| 2009 | 76 |
| 2010 | 83 |
| 2011 | 74 |
| 2012 | 77 |
| 2013 | 71 |
| 2014 | 68 |
| 2015 | 59 |
| 2016 | 43 |
| 2017 | 52 |
| 2018 | 45 |
| 2019 | 38 |
| 2020 | 37 |
| 2021 | 30 |
| 2022 | 29 |
| 2023 | 31 |
| 2024 | 28 |