Female and male first names beginning with the letter “S”..
SHAKYIAH
FemaleNative American name of Choctaw origin, derived from the word "Shakiyaha" meaning "my spirit".
SHAKYLA
FemaleAfrican name of Ashanti origin, meaning "one who has returned after death," symbolizing resilience and victory over adversity.
SHAKYRA
FemaleRare African-origin female name from Swahili culture, meaning 'wise one' or 'intelligent person'.
SHAKYRAH
FemaleAfrican American name derived from Arabic Shakira, meaning 'grateful'.
SHAKYRIA
FemaleArabic-origin name meaning 'companion' or 'friend', historically associated with one of Muhammad's wives.
SHALA
FemaleAlbanian feminine name meaning "calm" or "peaceful".
SHALAE
FemaleCaptivating name of uncertain origin and meaning, first appearing in the United States in the late 19th century.
SHALAH
FemaleShalah, of Arabic origin, means 'elegance' or 'grace', reflecting beauty and refinement.
SHALAI
FemaleBeautiful Hebrew unisex name derived from 'shalom', meaning peace or tranquility, embodying harmony and balance.
SHALAINA
FemaleUnique Hebrew feminine given name that means "calm" or "tranquil beauty", evoking serenity and grace.
SHALAINE
FemaleFrench-derived unisex name meaning 'breath', suggesting warmth, life, and vitality.
SHALAKA
FemaleIndian girl's name derived from Sanskrit, meaning "growing, increasing." It is rich in history, associated with Hindu mythology and ancient festivals like Shitala Satam.
SHALAKO
MaleRare Navajo name meaning 'one who comes walking around', derived from the legendary Hero Twin Sháálak'óhí.
SHALAMAR
MaleRare Hebrew name derived from "shalom aleichem," meaning "peace be upon you.
SHALAMAR
FemaleRare, unique Arabic name meaning 'peace' or 'tranquility', popularized by its appealing sound and positive significance, although its origins are somewhat unclear.
SHALAN
MaleUncommon Arabic given name derived from 'shall,' meaning 'to ask' or 'to request.' It has Islamic roots and positive connotations due to its bearers in early Muslim history, including a companion of the Prophet Muhammad.
SHALAN
FemaleArabic name derived from "shala", meaning calm or peaceful.
SHALANA
FemaleUncommon yet captivating African name from the Yoruba people of Nigeria, meaning "calm and peaceful.
SHALANDA
FemaleAfrican-derived name of Yoruba origin, meaning 'calm or peaceful', signifying tranquility and serenity.
SHALANDRA
FemaleSanskrit name composed of "Shala" (tranquil) and "andra" (hero), translating to "tranquil hero".
SHALANDRIA
FemaleUnique name of unknown origin, often associated with qualities like strength, independence, creativity, beauty, grace, and sophistication.
SHALANE
FemaleModern American girl's name coined by long-distance runner Shalane Flanagan, believed to combine "Shala" (possibly Hawaiian) and "Lane.
SHALANI
FemaleUnique Indian name derived from "Shalabhanjika," meaning "lotus-born." It signifies purity, beauty, and resilience like the lotus flower that grows in muddy waters but blooms elegantly above it.
SHALANNA
FemaleAfrican-derived female given name that can mean 'peace' or 'harmony', reflecting tranquility and unity.
SHALANTA
FemaleAfrican-origin name from the Igbo ethnic group in Nigeria, meaning 'good-hearted' or 'kind-hearted', reflecting positive qualities hoped for the bearer.
SHALANTE
FemaleAfrican-origin name from the Igbo tribe in Nigeria, meaning "God has done well for me," reflecting spirituality and gratitude.
SHALAUNDA
FemaleUncommon yet revered Igbo name from Nigeria that translates to "There is wealth and joy.
SHALAUNDRA
FemaleExotic African name of Yoruba origin, signifying 'she who has beauty like the moon' or 'beauty that shines like the sun'.
SHALAWN
FemaleAmerican unisex name derived from 'Sha' (Persian for 'king') and 'Lawn', popularized by parents seeking uniqueness.
SHALAY
FemaleRare Hebrew name meaning 'peaceful' or 'calm', derived from the Hebrew word for peace.
SHALAYA
FemaleCaptivating Hebrew name derived from 'shalom', meaning peace, associated with tranquility and harmony.
SHALAYAH
FemaleHebrew-derived feminine name meaning "mission" or "messenger", associated with hope and healing in biblical tradition, and has gained popularity for its unique sound and elegance.
SHALAYLA
FemaleEnigmatic female name with unknown Arabic/Muslim origin, potentially meaning 'night beauty', 'dark-haired', or 'calm sea'. Its true meaning remains elusive, yet it holds rich historical and cultural significance, notably as a character in Arabian folktales and being the namesake of prominent poet Shalayla al-Aqeel.
SHALAYNA
FemaleUnique, beautiful name of unknown origin, often associated with Hebrew or Native American cultures but lacking definitive information.
SHALAYNE
FemaleUnique Hebrew-origin feminine given name derived from "shalom", meaning peace, created by combining elements of various Hebrew names like Shoshana, Leah, and Ayala. It's gaining popularity for its distinctive sound and meaningful origin.
SHALE
MaleUnique American given name derived from the English word for sedimentary rock, with meanings associated with strength, stability, and adaptability. It gained popularity in late 20th-century America likely due to interest in geology and nature-inspired names.
SHALE
FemaleRare Hebrew given name meaning "to ask" or "to demand," derived from the Hebrew word "shalal.
SHALEA
FemaleCaptivating Greek name derived from "shaleia," meaning peaceful or calm.
SHALEAH
FemaleUnique Hebrew feminine name derived from "shalom," meaning peace. Though linked to the biblical Salome, its meaning emphasizes harmony rather than direct biblical association.
SHALEAN
FemaleIrish origin name meaning 'challenging' or 'difficult,' embodying strength and resilience.