US Popularity:1385
Origin:Gaelic
Other Origin(s):Hebrew
Meaning:Admirable; Fortunate; Gift
Shay is a gender-neutral name of primarily Gaelic origin. A variation of Shea or Ó Séaghdha, meaning “fortunate”, Shay stands strong in its definition as “admirable”. Already infused with such esteemed values, its roots in the Hebrew Shai, meaning “gift,” only enhances the title more. Surely to bestow such an endearing name upon your little one is to remind them of the elevated status they will hold in your heart always.

Shay Name Popularity Data

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Shay is currently #803 on The Bump
Boy:Shay is currently #597 on The Bump Boy Names
Girl:Shay is currently #443 on The Bump Girl Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Shay is currently #1385 in U.S. births
Boy:Shay is currently #3655 in U.S. births
Girl:Shay is currently #1734 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2022
Gender:
Girl
#1734
in 2022
- 16
from 2021
In comparison to the previous year's data
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