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Shea

Gender-neutral · Irish · Short name

Meaning
Stately, majestic, dauntless
Pronunciation
SHAY
Origin
Irish

From Irish surname 'Ó Séaghdha', from 'séagh' meaning stately or majestic.

Popularity
Uncommon in United States (2023)

Popularity: Behind the Name, 2023

ModernVintageSoft and gentle

Languages in use: Irish

Commonly used in: United States, Ireland, United Kingdom

Alternate spellings

  • ShayEnglish

    Variant spelling.

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Sources for this record

Behind the Name, Irish Name Entries (2024). Last verified 2025-01-20.

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