Shai Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationSHY / /ʃaɪ/Hebrew; Chinese
Meaning
Hebrew: 'gift'; Chinese: 'victory'
Historical & Cultural Background
In Hebrew culture, the name Shai is often associated with the concept of a gift or blessing. It is used in various contexts, including religious and familial settings. In Chinese culture, the name can symbolize victory, reflecting positive attributes. The name has gained popularity in various regions due to its simple yet meaningful connotations.
Similar Names
Variants
- Shay
International Variants
- Shai (Hebrew)
- Shai (Chinese)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Shai was first seen in the United States in 1971. Shai has ranked as high as #1152 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in New York, California, Florida, Pennsylvania, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Shai has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Shai (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 30 | |
| NY | 22 | |
| FL | 14 | |
| IL | 12 | |
| TX | 12 | |
| PA | 10 | |
| OH | 8 | |
| GA | 7 | |
| VA | 7 | |
| TN | 6 | |
| MD | 6 | |
| MI | 6 | |
| WA | 6 | |
| NC | 5 | |
| DC | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1971 | 7 |
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1974 | 7 |
| 1976 | 8 |
| 1979 | 7 |
| 1980 | 7 |
| 1981 | 9 |
| 1982 | 7 |
| 1983 | 7 |
| 1984 | 11 |
| 1985 | 8 |
| 1986 | 5 |
| 1987 | 10 |
| 1988 | 8 |
| 1989 | 8 |
| 1990 | 16 |
| 1991 | 7 |
| 1992 | 12 |
| 1993 | 44 |
| 1994 | 40 |
| 1995 | 38 |
| 1996 | 28 |
| 1997 | 25 |
| 1998 | 27 |
| 1999 | 17 |
| 2000 | 26 |
| 2001 | 23 |
| 2002 | 35 |
| 2003 | 34 |
| 2004 | 33 |
| 2005 | 27 |
| 2006 | 34 |
| 2007 | 42 |
| 2008 | 55 |
| 2009 | 45 |
| 2010 | 45 |
| 2011 | 44 |
| 2012 | 55 |
| 2013 | 50 |
| 2014 | 35 |
| 2015 | 50 |
| 2016 | 52 |
| 2017 | 66 |
| 2018 | 75 |
| 2019 | 98 |
| 2020 | 120 |
| 2021 | 199 |
| 2022 | 219 |
| 2023 | 224 |
| 2024 | 200 |