Shayna Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationSHAY-nah / /ˈʃeɪ.nə/Hebrew; Irish
Meaning
Hebrew: 'a gift'; Irish: 'admirable'
Historical & Cultural Background
Shayna is a name with Hebrew origins, often associated with beauty and grace. In Jewish culture, it is commonly used as a term of endearment. The name has also been adopted in Irish contexts, where it carries connotations of admiration. Its usage has spread across various cultures, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Trend Summary
Shayna has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable presence in the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Shana
- Shayna
International Variants
- Shana (Hebrew)
- Shayna (English)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Shayna was first seen in the United States in 1957. Shayna has ranked as high as #654 nationally, which occurred in 1991, and has been most popular in California, New York, Florida, New Jersey, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Shayna has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Shayna (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 12 | |
| FL | 10 | |
| NJ | 5 | |
| PA | 5 | |
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1957 | 5 |
| 1958 | 6 |
| 1959 | 9 |
| 1961 | 7 |
| 1962 | 9 |
| 1963 | 11 |
| 1964 | 19 |
| 1965 | 17 |
| 1966 | 26 |
| 1967 | 23 |
| 1968 | 17 |
| 1969 | 37 |
| 1970 | 61 |
| 1971 | 46 |
| 1972 | 68 |
| 1973 | 61 |
| 1974 | 75 |
| 1975 | 117 |
| 1976 | 159 |
| 1977 | 175 |
| 1978 | 179 |
| 1979 | 199 |
| 1980 | 196 |
| 1981 | 217 |
| 1982 | 216 |
| 1983 | 255 |
| 1984 | 454 |
| 1985 | 505 |
| 1986 | 472 |
| 1987 | 561 |
| 1988 | 621 |
| 1989 | 585 |
| 1990 | 628 |
| 1991 | 677 |
| 1992 | 661 |
| 1993 | 602 |
| 1994 | 596 |
| 1995 | 560 |
| 1996 | 588 |
| 1997 | 551 |
| 1998 | 520 |
| 1999 | 452 |
| 2000 | 449 |
| 2001 | 363 |
| 2002 | 354 |
| 2003 | 315 |
| 2004 | 317 |
| 2005 | 302 |
| 2006 | 343 |
| 2007 | 329 |
| 2008 | 276 |
| 2009 | 247 |
| 2010 | 190 |
| 2011 | 185 |
| 2012 | 125 |
| 2013 | 142 |
| 2014 | 122 |
| 2015 | 122 |
| 2016 | 111 |
| 2017 | 102 |
| 2018 | 93 |
| 2019 | 87 |
| 2020 | 88 |
| 2021 | 81 |
| 2022 | 79 |
| 2023 | 58 |
| 2024 | 67 |