Shealyn Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationSHAY-lin / ʃeɪlɪnIrish; English
Meaning
Irish: slender; English: combination of Shea and Lynn
Historical & Cultural Background
Shealyn is a modern name that combines elements from traditional Irish names. The name Shea is derived from the Irish name Séaghdha, meaning 'admirable' or 'hawk-like.' Lynn is often associated with bodies of water in English, derived from the Welsh word 'llyn.' This combination reflects a blend of cultural influences, particularly from Irish and English traditions.
Trend Summary
Shealyn has seen a modest rise in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Shaylyn
- Shailin
International Variants
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Shealyn was first seen in the United States in 1975. Shealyn has ranked as high as #1218 nationally, which occurred in 2000, and has been most popular in California, New York, Illinois, Pennsylvania, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Shealyn has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Shealyn (2014)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| PA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1975 | 5 |
| 1977 | 7 |
| 1980 | 5 |
| 1981 | 6 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1984 | 11 |
| 1985 | 17 |
| 1986 | 15 |
| 1987 | 15 |
| 1988 | 24 |
| 1989 | 22 |
| 1990 | 23 |
| 1991 | 21 |
| 1992 | 31 |
| 1993 | 45 |
| 1994 | 22 |
| 1995 | 32 |
| 1996 | 37 |
| 1997 | 32 |
| 1998 | 45 |
| 1999 | 52 |
| 2000 | 65 |
| 2001 | 65 |
| 2002 | 59 |
| 2003 | 53 |
| 2004 | 59 |
| 2005 | 46 |
| 2006 | 50 |
| 2007 | 54 |
| 2008 | 48 |
| 2009 | 50 |
| 2010 | 52 |
| 2011 | 35 |
| 2012 | 37 |
| 2013 | 22 |
| 2014 | 23 |
| 2015 | 11 |
| 2016 | 12 |
| 2017 | 11 |
| 2018 | 14 |
| 2019 | 10 |
| 2020 | 7 |
| 2021 | 5 |
| 2022 | 8 |
| 2024 | 10 |