Shay: Meaning, origin and popularity
Pronounced SHAY · 1 syllable
Variant of Shea, from Irish O Seaghdha.
- Origin
- Irish
- Pronunciation
- SHAY
- US babies a year
- about 345 (2021–2025)
- Peak
- around 2020
- Style
- Rising
How popular is Shay?
About 345 US babies a year were named Shay in 2021–2025. It’s rising: up 87% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 2020.
Around the world
| Country | Rank |
|---|---|
| England & Wales | #398 |
| Scotland | #164 |
| Northern Ireland | #142 |
| Ireland | #54 |
| Australia | #913 |
How old are people named Shay?
Half of US adults named Shay are older than 36; most are between 19 and 57. (Estimated from US births by year and life tables.)
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Questions about Shay
How do you pronounce Shay?
Shay is pronounced SHAY.
How popular is the name Shay?
About 345 US babies a year were named Shay in 2021–2025. It’s rising: up 87% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 2020.
How old are people named Shay?
Half of US adults named Shay are older than 36. Most are between 19 and 57.