Shea
shay
US Popularity:1485
Origin:Gaelic
Meaning:Hawk-like, stately
Shea is a gender-neutral name of Gaelic origin, meaning “hawk-like,” and “stately”. Deriving from the well-known Irish surname “O Séaghdha” this title has become a mighty first name in its own right. Short, but smooth like butter, this suave name also resembles the rich-texture lotion created from the nuts of the indigenous African tree. Nourish the skin and baby alike with a gorgeous name like Shea.
Shea Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Shea is currently #831 on The Bump
Boy:Shea is currently #618 on The Bump Boy Names
Girl:Shea is currently #457 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Shea is currently #1485 in U.S. births
Boy:Shea is currently #3240 in U.S. births
Girl:Shea is currently #1985 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
Gender:
Girl
#1985
in 2022
- 16
from 2021
Sources
Name Doctor, Shea
Irish Surnames, Shea Coat of Arms, Family Crest and Shea Family History
House of Names, Shea History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms
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