Female and male first names beginning with the letter “S”..

Sheehan, of Irish origin, means "little fairy" or "little mountain dweller".

Irish name derived from Siobahn meaning 'fair-haired' or 'bright', associated with legendary wise fairies and often seen as a synonym for beauty and grace.

Indian name derived from the Sanskrit word 'Sheel', meaning 'cool' or 'cold'. It is associated with the Hindu goddess Parvati, also known as Sheela Mata.

Irish name derived from 'Siolaghaigh', meaning peaceful descendants, associated primarily with females today despite its historic use for both sexes.

Rare female name of Irish origin, derived from Síle, which means "peaceful one.

Unique female name of Indian origin, derived from the Sanskrit word "Shakini" meaning 'she who has the power to control'.

Rare Irish name of Irish origin, derived from Ó Siáin meaning "descendant of John." It holds meanings like "bright" or "shining," possibly associated with light or radiance.

Irish name derived from O'Sionna, meaning "hawk" or "falcon," symbolizing strength and keen vision in Celtic mythology.

Irish name derived from the ancient Gaelic Siobhán, meaning "God is gracious". It also shares roots with the Hebrew Sheila, signifying "Requested by God" or "Gift from God".

Captivating female name of Sanskrit origin, meaning "woman" or "lady," popularized by figures like Sheena Easton and Sheena Chohan. Its popularity in the West stems from A. Merritt's 1937 novel "Sheena, Queen of the Jungle," where it symbolizes strength and independence. Notable bearers include actresses Ursula Andress and Indian poet Sheena Bhattacharjee.

Arabic-derived name meaning "spring" or "flowers," symbolizing beauty, grace, and renewal.

Unique Irish name composed of "Sheena" meaning "God is gracious" and "Maire", a variant of Mary meaning "sea of bitterness" or "rebelliousness".

Rare female given name of Irish origin, derived from the ancient Irish surname Ó Siodhna meaning "descendant of Siodhna", with Siodhna translating to "peaceful" or "gentle".

Indian name derived from Sanskrit "Shankara," meaning "the one who bestows happiness." It's often associated with Hindu goddess Shani, known for wisdom and justice.

Intriguing female given name of unknown origin, often speculated to be a blend of Shannon and Jennifer, potentially signifying 'graced with wisdom'.

Indian name, originating from Kerala, that means "beauty in speech" or "grace in language.

Attractive Indian unisex name derived from Sanskrit 'Shakini', meaning 'belonging to Lord Shiva'.

Hebrew female name derived from "she'ar," meaning "gate" or "entrance." It signifies new beginnings and opportunities, embodying wisdom and longevity as per its biblical namesake Serah.

Distinctive Persian name derived from 'shir', meaning 'lion', symbolizing power and regalness.

Charming Middle Eastern-origin female name derived from Arabic Shireen, meaning "sweet" or "delicious".

Uncommon yet captivating Irish name derived from the surname O'Sheridani, which means "bright" or "clear," possibly signifying radiance.

Indian girl's name with roots in Sanskrit, meaning 'cool' or 'cold', symbolizing calmness.

Unique Persian name derived from "Shahin," meaning "eagle" and symbolizing strength and royalty in Persian culture. It was also one of the seven archangels in Zoroastrian mythology, adding nobility to its meaning.

The Hebrew name Shefa, derived from 'shafa' meaning 'to pour', symbolizes gracefulness and has roots in Jewish tradition.

Indian name derived from Sanskrit 'shev', meaning 'effort'. It's associated with the Hindu goddess Sheetal, symbolizing coolness and tranquility.

English unisex given name derived from the city of Sheffield, meaning 'wide field'.

Masculine given name of Arabic origin, meaning 'wind', associated with strength and resilience.

Persian name meaning 'friend of the city'.

Distinctive Persian male name derived from "shahbaz," meaning 'falcon,' symbolizing power, courage, and freedom in Iranian mythology.

Rare yet enchanting feminine name of Persian origin, meaning "lady of the city".

Pakistani name of Persian origin meaning "sunshine" or "radiance," popularized by poet Muhammad Iqbal and associated with Prophet Muhammad's companion Abu Ubaydah ibn Al-Jarrah.

Rare Persian male given name derived from "shahr" (city) and "-yar" (abundant in), translating to "abundant in cities." It holds historical significance as the name of an important figure in Persian literature, particularly in Ferdowsi's epic poem "Shahnameh," yet it is not widely used outside of Persian-speaking communities.

Persian name meaning "princess," popularized by wise King Shehzad in "One Thousand and One Nights.

Elegant Arabic female name meaning 'princess', popular among Muslim communities worldwide due to its rich historical significance and royal associations, as seen with Princess Shehzeen of Jordan.

Unique Persian female name derived from 'sheideh', meaning 'wise' or 'knowledgeable.'

Arabic name meaning "leader" or "chief", derived from the Arabic word "shaykh".

Arabic name with a profound meaning, derived from "shaikhah," signifying "female leader" or "elder woman.

Arabic name meaning 'leader', used as both a title and given name, carrying centuries-old traditions of authority, wisdom, and leadership.

The Arabic-origin name Sheikh means 'elder' or 'leader', reflecting its historical use among respected figures in Middle Eastern communities.

Arabian given name derived from the Arabic word 'Shaykh', meaning 'elder' or 'leader', often associated with royalty in the Gulf region.