Shalyn Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationSHAY-lin / ˈʃeɪlɪnEnglish; Modern
Meaning
Shalyn: combination of 'Sha' and 'Lyn', often interpreted as 'from the valley' or 'peaceful'
Historical & Cultural Background
Shalyn is a modern name that emerged in the late 20th century. It is often considered a blend of names like Shannon and Lynn. The name reflects a trend towards unique and creative combinations in baby naming. Its usage has been primarily in English-speaking countries.
Trend Summary
Shalyn has seen a moderate rise in popularity since the 1990s, reflecting a broader trend towards unique names.
Similar Names
Variants
- Shaelyn
- Shailyn
International Variants
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Famous people named Shalyn
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Shalyn was first seen in the United States in 1966. Shalyn has ranked as high as #1185 nationally, which occurred in 2000, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Shalyn has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Shalyn (2011)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1966 | 5 |
| 1968 | 7 |
| 1970 | 10 |
| 1971 | 5 |
| 1972 | 8 |
| 1973 | 9 |
| 1974 | 8 |
| 1975 | 9 |
| 1976 | 18 |
| 1977 | 37 |
| 1978 | 20 |
| 1979 | 28 |
| 1980 | 38 |
| 1981 | 36 |
| 1982 | 26 |
| 1983 | 37 |
| 1984 | 41 |
| 1985 | 39 |
| 1986 | 46 |
| 1987 | 36 |
| 1988 | 54 |
| 1989 | 49 |
| 1990 | 49 |
| 1991 | 53 |
| 1992 | 78 |
| 1993 | 87 |
| 1994 | 54 |
| 1995 | 61 |
| 1996 | 65 |
| 1997 | 61 |
| 1998 | 71 |
| 1999 | 97 |
| 2000 | 98 |
| 2001 | 68 |
| 2002 | 91 |
| 2003 | 71 |
| 2004 | 57 |
| 2005 | 51 |
| 2006 | 50 |
| 2007 | 45 |
| 2008 | 61 |
| 2009 | 25 |
| 2010 | 30 |
| 2011 | 21 |
| 2012 | 18 |
| 2013 | 21 |
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2015 | 12 |
| 2016 | 8 |
| 2017 | 12 |
| 2018 | 6 |