Shaye Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationSHAY / /ʃeɪ/Hebrew; Irish
Meaning
Hebrew: 'gift'; Irish: 'admirable'
Historical & Cultural Background
Shaye is a name that has roots in both Hebrew and Irish cultures. In Hebrew, it is often associated with the concept of a gift or blessing. The Irish variant carries connotations of being admirable or worthy. The name has gained popularity in recent years, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Trend Summary
Shaye has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States over the past two decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Shae
- Shay
International Variants
- Shai (Hebrew)
- Sé (Irish)
Famous people named Shaye
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Shaye was first seen in the United States in 1962. Shaye has ranked as high as #1233 nationally, which occurred in 1997, and has been most popular in New York, and California. In the past 5 years the name Shaye has been trending about the same compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Shaye (2015)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 8 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1962 | 5 |
| 1964 | 5 |
| 1971 | 6 |
| 1972 | 8 |
| 1973 | 7 |
| 1974 | 12 |
| 1975 | 6 |
| 1976 | 7 |
| 1977 | 8 |
| 1979 | 11 |
| 1982 | 8 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1986 | 14 |
| 1987 | 11 |
| 1988 | 15 |
| 1989 | 24 |
| 1990 | 12 |
| 1991 | 15 |
| 1992 | 15 |
| 1993 | 17 |
| 1994 | 10 |
| 1995 | 23 |
| 1996 | 21 |
| 1997 | 26 |
| 1998 | 24 |
| 1999 | 23 |
| 2000 | 23 |
| 2001 | 20 |
| 2002 | 16 |
| 2003 | 20 |
| 2004 | 17 |
| 2005 | 11 |
| 2006 | 9 |
| 2007 | 16 |
| 2008 | 15 |
| 2009 | 21 |
| 2010 | 15 |
| 2011 | 9 |
| 2012 | 11 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2014 | 10 |
| 2015 | 14 |
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2017 | 12 |
| 2018 | 10 |
| 2019 | 10 |
| 2020 | 14 |
| 2021 | 7 |
| 2022 | 8 |
| 2023 | 9 |
| 2024 | 13 |