Shae Unisex
Origin(s)
Pronunciationshay / /ʃeɪ/Irish; English
Meaning
Irish: 'admirable'; English: 'from the fairy palace'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Shae has roots in both Irish and English cultures. In Irish, it is often associated with the word 'síocháin', meaning peace. The English variant is sometimes linked to the word 'fairy', suggesting a connection to folklore. The name has gained popularity in modern times, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Trend Summary
Shae has seen a moderate rise in popularity in the United States in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Shay
- Shae
International Variants
- Sé (Irish)
- Shay (English)
Famous people named Shae
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Shae was first seen in the United States in 1951. Shae has ranked as high as #1038 nationally, which occurred in 1998, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Illinois, Pennsylvania, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Shae has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Shae (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 11 | |
| MA | 9 | |
| PA | 7 | |
| CA | 5 | |
| IL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1951 | 11 |
| 1952 | 5 |
| 1959 | 7 |
| 1961 | 5 |
| 1962 | 12 |
| 1963 | 7 |
| 1964 | 9 |
| 1965 | 11 |
| 1966 | 11 |
| 1967 | 14 |
| 1968 | 16 |
| 1969 | 19 |
| 1970 | 43 |
| 1971 | 45 |
| 1972 | 34 |
| 1973 | 52 |
| 1974 | 47 |
| 1975 | 49 |
| 1976 | 55 |
| 1977 | 47 |
| 1978 | 47 |
| 1979 | 54 |
| 1980 | 49 |
| 1981 | 63 |
| 1982 | 59 |
| 1983 | 52 |
| 1984 | 50 |
| 1985 | 50 |
| 1986 | 74 |
| 1987 | 104 |
| 1988 | 105 |
| 1989 | 129 |
| 1990 | 98 |
| 1991 | 139 |
| 1992 | 118 |
| 1993 | 177 |
| 1994 | 166 |
| 1995 | 178 |
| 1996 | 184 |
| 1997 | 190 |
| 1998 | 227 |
| 1999 | 203 |
| 2000 | 173 |
| 2001 | 150 |
| 2002 | 157 |
| 2003 | 146 |
| 2004 | 177 |
| 2005 | 135 |
| 2006 | 150 |
| 2007 | 134 |
| 2008 | 114 |
| 2009 | 115 |
| 2010 | 92 |
| 2011 | 78 |
| 2012 | 81 |
| 2013 | 132 |
| 2014 | 100 |
| 2015 | 129 |
| 2016 | 99 |
| 2017 | 78 |
| 2018 | 109 |
| 2019 | 95 |
| 2020 | 91 |
| 2021 | 116 |
| 2022 | 99 |
| 2023 | 119 |
| 2024 | 88 |