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

Distinctive Middle Eastern name derived from Arabic 'shani', meaning 'happiness' or 'joy', conveying positivity.

Exotic African name created by combining elements from various African names like Shani ("gift") and Yia ("beautiful" or "graceful"). It's a unisex name that has gained popularity worldwide, particularly in the US and Canada, due to its association with strength, resilience, and elegance. Despite its growing fame, Shaniyia remains relatively rare and can be spelled differently such as Shaniyah or Shaniah. Its history is not well-documented but it appears to have been created recently.

Unique, recently coined name derived from Irish 'Shannon' meaning old or wise, and Muslim 'Aliya' meaning elevated or exalted, hence interpreted as 'elevated wisdom'.

Sanskrit-derived name meaning 'conch shell', symbolizing spirituality, wisdom, victory, and good fortune in Hindu culture.

Indian name of Sanskrit origin meaning "one who has the moon's crests", associated with Lord Shiva.

African origin name from the Yoruba tribe in Nigeria, meaning "a person who brings joy.

Unique, uncommon Indian name from Rajasthan, derived from Hindu god Shiva ("Shankara"/"Shankar"), signifying peace and wisdom.

Irish name meaning 'old' in Gaelic, originally used by the brave O'Shanlee clan of County Kerry.

Modern Irish-English hybrid name, combining 'Shane' (Irish, meaning 'God is gracious') and 'Leigh' (English, meaning 'meadow'), suggesting 'gracious meadow'.

Rare Irish male given name derived from the surname O'Scanlain, meaning "full shadow" in Gaelic.

Chinese name that means 'standing like a mountain', symbolizing strength and stability.

Rare Indian male given name derived from Sanskrit, meaning 'one who has six faces,' symbolizing Lord Kartikeya's six heads in Hindu mythology.

Rare, unisex given name of uncertain origin, possibly derived from Irish or Scottish roots, or from Welsh Shaun/English Shannon. Its meaning is unclear but often associated with the Irish surname O'Shannon, meaning "from Shannon," referencing Ireland's longest river. Some suggest it could be a variant of Shaun/Sean, meaning "god is gracious." Despite its rarity and mystery, Shann has gained popularity for its unique sound and spelling.

Irish unisex given name derived from the Gaelic surname "O'Scanlan," meaning "descendant of Scannal," which translates to "little shadow" or "little shade.

Irish name derived from O'Scanlan/Scanlon, meaning "little dark one" or "little brave one".

Elegant Irish-origin given name, derived from O'Scanaill meaning 'descendant of Scannal,' thought to mean 'noisy' or 'lively.'

Shannae: an Irish-rooted feminine name derived from 'O'Scanlan', once a common Irish surname, now signifying 'little old man'.

Uncommon yet notable Irish female name, derived from Siobhán meaning 'God is gracious', carrying historical significance tied to the influential O'Sullivan clan.

Uncommon female given name of Irish origin derived from the surname "O'Sceolan," meaning "descendant of Scálán," a legendary warrior chieftain. Popularized by Seamus Heaney's poem, it signifies strength and bravery, though not tied to specific cultural traditions.

Irish name derived from 'O'Scanlan', meaning 'descendant of Seanán', which translates to 'little John' or 'God is gracious'.

Rare Irish given name, originating from the medieval surname O'Scanlan, believed to mean 'shadow'.

Irish-derived female given name meaning 'from the shore of Shandon', a district in County Cork, Ireland, signifying a connection to the land and sea.

Unique Irish given name derived from the surname 'O'Scanlan,' meaning 'son of Scanlan,' with 'Scanlan' itself derived from the Irish word 'scán' meaning 'shadow' or 'dark.'

Attractive Irish name derived from the surname O'Siodhachain, meaning "descendant of Siodhachan," a renowned warrior in Irish mythology.

Distinctive feminine name of Irish origin, derived from the ancient Irish surname O'Scanlan. It means "God is gracious" or "graced by God," reflecting its divine connotation and spiritual significance.

Distinctive Irish name of Gaelic origin, meaning "little John".

Elegant Irish name derived from Ó Seáin, meaning "descendant of John," which originates from Hebrew, meaning "God is gracious." It was popular among Irish nobility and is associated with wisdom, intelligence, and nobility.

Unique feminine given name believed to have Irish origins, possibly meaning 'peaceful one', though its usage is more prevalent in English-speaking countries like the US and Canada than Ireland itself.

African-American name created by blending Shane ("God is gracious") and Nicole ("victory of the people"), with no specific meaning but associated with these qualities.

Modern American female name, believed to be a variant spelling of French Chanel, meaning 'channel' or 'river', though its exact meaning remains uncertain.

Unique American given name that emerged in the late 20th century as a creative variation of popular names like Shannon or Michelle, with an added twist of the letter "l" at the end. Its origin and meaning are unclear, but it has gained popularity due to its distinctive sound and spelling.

Distinctive Irish name derived from the surname O'Scanlan, meaning "descendant of Scannal," which signifies "lively" or "noisy.

Uncommon yet captivating female given name of Irish origin, derived from the ancient surname Ó Seanáin which originally meant 'little old man' or 'dwarf'. Despite its unique meaning, it has been used as both a given name and surname throughout history and carries a rich heritage associated with powerful and influential families in medieval Ireland.

Irish name derived from Ó Séanaín, meaning "descendant of John," with roots in the Hebrew name Yochanan, meaning "God's favor." It was notably carried by Shan O'Neill, 16th-century Queen of Ulster.

Swahili name from East Africa that means "God has answered my prayers.

Distinctive American female given name created by combining Shannon and Anetta, without a specific meaning but often associated with strength, beauty, and uniqueness.

Uncommon Irish girl's name derived from O'Scanlon, meaning "descendant of Scanlan," originating from County Kerry.

Unique Hebrew feminine name derived from 'Sharon', meaning 'plain'.

Captivating Irish female name derived from the surname O'Siodhachain, meaning "descendant of Siodhachan." It signifies strength and wisdom, with roots in ancient Irish culture and folklore.

Attractive Irish name with ancient roots, derived from Siobhan, meaning 'God is gracious'. It was made famous by legendary figures like the wife of High King Cormac mac Airt and notable actress Siobhan McKenna, embodying grace, wisdom, and strength.