Shay
SHAY
✦ Meaning
“Irish surname 'Ó Séaghdha' meaning 'descendant of Seaghdha' (majestic)—also used as a modern short form of Shaun, with contemporary cool appeal.”
Popularity Over Time
Shay is not currently in the US top 1000.
Origin
Syllables
1
Style
Famous Bearers
- Shay Mitchell (actress)
- Shay Given (soccer player)
- Shay (fictional character in various works)
Similar Names
Cross-Cultural Notes
Works across Irish, British, and contemporary English-speaking cultures
People Also Ask
Irish surname 'Ó Séaghdha' meaning 'descendant of Seaghdha' (majestic)—also used as a modern short form of Shaun, with contemporary cool appeal.
Shay is not currently in the US top 1000, making it a genuinely rare choice. Usage has stayed pretty consistent over the past decade.
Shay works beautifully as a full name and does not lend itself to an obvious short form. Most parents see that as a feature.
Names that pair beautifully with Shay include Quinn, Blair, Morgan.