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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Gift
- Origin
- Hebrew
- Gender
- Used for both boys and girls
- Pronunciation
- SHAY
Shay is a Hebrew name that means "gift," pronounced SHAY (/ʃeɪ/). It's short, easy to say, and easy to spell, which makes it simple for a child to introduce themselves.
Meaning & Origin of Shay
Meaning: Gift.
Origin: Hebrew.
How to Pronounce Shay
SHAYIPA /ʃeɪ/
Popularity of Shay
Shay ranked #837 in 1991, its peak in the U.S. Social Security data, when 154 babies were given the name. By 2024 it had slipped to #1158 with 208 babies, so it's still in regular use but far from crowded.
Names Like Shay
These names have followed a similar path to Shay in U.S. popularity over the years.
FAQ
What does the name Shay mean?
Gift.
How do you pronounce Shay?
Shay is pronounced SHAY (IPA: /ʃeɪ/).
Is Shay a popular name right now?
Shay peaked at #837 in 1991 and is ranked #1158 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1932–2024.)
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