Female and male names starting with the letter "S" .
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SHENG
FeminineChinese given name that means "sacred" or "holy," embodying life filled with holiness or purity.
SHENG
MasculineDistinctive Chinese name derived from the surname 盛, meaning 'abundance' and 'vitality', tracing back to ancient China's Spring and Autumn Period (771-476 BCE).
SHENGYENG
FeminineAncient Chinese given name with roots tracing back to the Three Kingdoms period (220-280 AD), signifying 'sacred' and 'heroic'.
SHENI
FeminineThe unisex Hebrew name Sheni means 'old', reflecting wisdom and experience.
SHENIA
FeminineUnique Hebrew name meaning 'song' or 'melody,' popular among Jewish families and inspired by notable figures like Shenia Halpert.
SHENIAH
FeminineRare Hebrew name derived from "She'niah", meaning "gracious".
SHENICA
FeminineUnique female name of African origin, derived from the Swahili word "shenzi," meaning elephant, symbolizing strength, wisdom, and longevity in Swahili culture.
SHENICE
FeminineUncommon African American given name that gained popularity in the mid-20th century, inspired by the Latin word "senex" meaning 'old' or 'wise'.
SHENICKA
FeminineModern American name created by blending Shannon ('old' or 'wisdom') and Nicole ('victory of the people'), signifying 'victorious wisdom'.
SHENIECE
FeminineBeautiful African-origin name derived from Swahili 'sheni', meaning 'second' or 'next', often used as a female given name.
SHENIKA
FeminineUnique African name of Swahili origin, meaning 'the ninth one', with historical significance among East African communities and now recognized globally.
SHENIKIA
FeminineUnique female name of African origin, derived from Shenika and meaning 'intelligent' in Swahili, believed to have originated among the Maasai people of Kenya and Tanzania.
SHENIKWA
FeminineAfrican Swahili name translating to "wise" or "intelligent", often given as a wish for children's intellectual growth, with notable bearers throughout history.
SHENILLE
FeminineUnique name with unknown origins; it may be invented or a variant of French Chênille ("felt"). Despite its mystery, this captivating name stands out for its distinctive sound and playful quality.
SHENINA
FeminineHebrew female name meaning "serene" or "tranquil," representing peace and calm.
SHENIQUA
FeminineDistinctive and lovely name of African American origin, derived from "Sheniqwa" meaning "pretty woman" in Swahili. It gained popularity globally after its creation as a variant spelling of Shenica during the early 20th century in the southern United States.
SHENIQUE
FeminineAfrican name derived from the Swahili word "Sheni," meaning "two." Traditionally given to children born after a previous child of the same sex had passed away, Shenique signifies continuity and good fortune.
SHENISE
FeminineCaptivating female name of African origin, derived from the Yoruba language meaning "beauty".
SHENISHA
FeminineUnique Indian name from Tamil Nadu, meaning "second light.
SHENITA
FeminineCaptivating African name derived from Swahili, meaning 'respected' or 'esteemed', reflecting deep-rooted cultural values.
SHENITHA
FeminineRare, Swahili-derived female name meaning 'nine', embraced by families valuing its African roots and distinctive nature.
SHENITRA
FeminineShenitra, of African origin, means "attention-grabbing beauty" in Yoruba culture, embodying grace and charm.
SHENITTA
FeminineBeautiful African American name derived from Shenita, meaning "pretty" or "beautiful," originating from West Africa with variants like Shenitta created to preserve its original meaning while providing uniqueness.
SHENIYA
FeminineCaptivating Hebrew female name derived from Shemaya, meaning "name of God," with a rich Jewish cultural heritage.
SHENIYAH
FeminineCaptivating African name derived from Yoruba deity Oshun, meaning fertility, beauty, love, and diplomacy.
SHENKIA
FeminineModern African American name created by Shonda Rhimes for her daughter, evoking creativity and individuality despite lacking traditional meaning or origin.
SHENNA
FeminineDistinctive Irish female name derived from the surname Ó Siodhna, meaning "descendant of Siodhna." It is rich in history and connected to Irish fairy folklore, typically pronounced as "SHEN-nah.
SHENNAN
FeminineIrish given name derived from the surname O'Seanan, meaning "descendant of Sean" or "God is gracious.
SHENNEL
FeminineRare American name possibly derived from the Choctaw word 'Shenhol', meaning 'black'.
SHENNELL
FeminineCaptivating African American name derived from Chinese 'Shen' meaning "god" or "spirit", combined with Latin 'Nell' meaning "horn".
SHENNON
FeminineUncommon Irish name derived from the Viking-era surname O'Scannlain, meaning "descendant of Scannlan", which in turn means "scandal" or "argument".
SHENOA
FeminineShenoa, a rare yet captivating Choctaw Native American name, translates to 'deer', symbolizing grace, speed, and agility.
SHENOAH
FeminineDistinctive Hebrew name derived from "Senuah," meaning "doubly happy." It first appeared in the Hebrew Bible as one of Caleb's sons and has been associated with wisdom, strength, and happiness throughout Jewish history.
SHENOUDA
MasculineAncient Egyptian name meaning "strong pillar".
SHENTEL
FeminineAfrican-origin female name, derived from the Akan word 'shan', meaning 'to help or assist'.
SHENTELL
FeminineUncommon yet stylish African American name derived from a blend of Shenika and Michelle, meaning 'who is like God?'
SHENY
FeminineExotic Chinese surname, derived from '申' meaning 'one eye', though its true origin is unclear.
SHENYA
FeminineEnigmatic name of unknown origin, popularized through literature and history, with uncertain meanings ranging from 'left-handed' to 'calm'.
SHENYAH
FeminineCaptivating Hebrew-derived unisex name, meaning "tooth" and symbolizing strength and durability.
SHEON
FeminineCaptivating Hebrew name meaning 'serene' or 'tranquil'.