Shayleigh Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationSHAY-lee / /ˈʃeɪli/Irish; English
Meaning
from the fairy palace (Irish); a variant of Shay (English)
Historical & Cultural Background
In Irish culture, Shayleigh is derived from the name 'Saoirse,' which means freedom, and is often associated with the beauty of nature and folklore. The English variant connects to the name Shay, which has roots in the Hebrew name 'Shai,' meaning gift. Both origins reflect a blend of cultural significance, emphasizing beauty and nature in their meanings.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Shaylee
- Shayley
- Shayleigh
International Variants
- Saoirse (Irish)
- Shai (Hebrew)
Famous people named Shayleigh
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Fictional characters named Shayleigh
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Shayleigh was first seen in the United States in 1991. Shayleigh has ranked as high as #1333 nationally, which occurred in 2009, and has been most popular in Texas, Indiana, and Tennessee. In the past 5 years the name Shayleigh has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Shayleigh (2010)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1993 | 11 |
| 1994 | 8 |
| 1995 | 16 |
| 1996 | 13 |
| 1997 | 16 |
| 1998 | 24 |
| 1999 | 17 |
| 2000 | 28 |
| 2001 | 23 |
| 2002 | 28 |
| 2003 | 42 |
| 2004 | 35 |
| 2005 | 19 |
| 2006 | 32 |
| 2007 | 38 |
| 2008 | 41 |
| 2009 | 45 |
| 2010 | 33 |
| 2011 | 40 |
| 2012 | 30 |
| 2013 | 36 |
| 2014 | 27 |
| 2015 | 33 |
| 2016 | 23 |
| 2017 | 30 |
| 2018 | 19 |
| 2019 | 26 |
| 2020 | 13 |
| 2021 | 7 |
| 2022 | 11 |
| 2023 | 6 |
| 2024 | 7 |