Shayna Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Shayna originates from Yiddish, meaning 'beautiful', and has evolved from the word 'sheyn'. It gained popularity in the 20th century among Jewish communities. The name is associated with charm and grace, and has notable personalities such as Shayna Baszler and Shayna Taylor.
The name Shayna is most popular in Hawaii, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Shayna has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Shayna' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 16616th out of 16616 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 6304th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1249th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 462nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 786th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2027th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Shayna' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Shayna"
Pronunciation
/ˈʃeɪ.nə/
Origin
Yiddish
Etymology
The name Shayna derives from the Yiddish word 'sheyn', which means 'beautiful'. It is often used to express beauty and elegance.
Meaning
beautiful
Language Evolution
Shayna, Sheyna
Historical Usage
Shayna gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly among Jewish communities in the United States and other English-speaking countries. It reflects a trend of using Yiddish names in modern contexts.
Variants & Derivatives
Shayna, Sheyna, Shana
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Shayna is perceived as a charming and modern name, appealing to parents looking for unique yet meaningful names. It often carries connotations of grace and beauty.
Famous People
Shayna Baszler - American professional wrestler, Shayna Taylor - American model and television personality
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Shayna"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Shayna"
"Shayna" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 16616th of 16616 | 5 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 6304th of 12526 | 66 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1249th of 19264 | 1,456 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 462nd of 27321 | 8,198 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 786th of 35406 | 5,318 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2027th of 30306 | 1,152 |
Regional Popularity of "Shayna" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Shayna" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
40.93% 1202nd/2937 |
35.46% 1235th/3483 |
37.61% 1323rd/3518 |
27.82% 1125th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
11.91% 439th/3685 |
8.38% 375th/4475 |
9.95% 517th/5194 |
7.82% 494th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
17.07% 782nd/4582 |
9.72% 502nd/5164 |
13.31% 973rd/7313 |
12.13% 905th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
52.61% 2096th/3984 |
23.29% 1045th/4487 |
39.70% 2708th/6822 |
39.79% 2497th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Shayna"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Shayna" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.