Female and male names starting with the letter "S" .
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SHEON
MasculineUncommon Irish name derived from the surname Sionnach, meaning 'fox'. It originally referred to someone swift or red-haired.
SHEONA
FeminineRare and lovely Scottish name derived from 'Sionna', meaning 'God is merciful' in Scottish Gaelic.
SHEONNA
FeminineUnique African American girls' name, created by combining Sheena ("glow") and Johanna (from Hannah, "grace"), potentially meaning "glowing grace".
SHEONTA
FeminineUnique African American name created by author Alice Walker for her novel "The Color Purple." Its meaning is unknown, but some associate it with the Swahili word "shanta," meaning "peace" or "tranquility.
SHEP
MasculineEnglish given name derived from 'shepherd', signifying care, protection, and guidance, popularized during the 19th-early 20th centuries.
SHEPARD
FeminineEnglish name with centuries-old origins. It started as an occupational surname, derived from the Old English word 'scype', meaning 'ship'. Initially given to those involved in maritime activities like sailing or fishing, Shepard has since evolved into a first name, often used independent of its occupational roots.
SHEPARD
MasculineEnglish surname turned given name of American origin, derived from Old English 'sciphere' meaning 'shipmaker'.
SHEPERD
MasculineShepherd is an English name derived from the Old English word "sciphere," meaning "sheep herder." It has biblical associations, notably as Jesus referred to himself as the Good Shepherd in John 10:11.
SHEPHANIE
FeminineGreek-derived feminine name meaning 'shepherd,' symbolizing leadership and guidance.
SHEPHARD
MasculineUncommon English given name originating from the Hebrew word "Shaphat," meaning "judge.
SHEPHEN
MasculineHebrew name meaning "peaceful" or "tranquil," derived from the Hebrew word "shalom.
SHEPHERD
MasculineEnglish name of Anglo-Saxon origin meaning 'shepherd' or 'farmer'.
SHEPHERD
FeminineUncommon English name derived from Old English "sciphere," initially meaning "ship-maker," but later evolving to reflect its association with shepherds. Originating among Anglo-Saxons around the mid-5th century, it has historically been used as both a personal name and occupational surname for those involved in sheep farming or wool production.
SHEPPARD
MasculineEnglish name derived from "sciphere," meaning "shipmaker." It was originally an occupational surname given to shipbuilders or sailors in medieval England.
SHEQUAN
MasculineAfrican-American male name created in the late 20th century, combining "she" (the) and "quan" (quantum), symbolizing potential and possibility in quantum physics.
SHEQUANA
FeminineAfrican American given name derived from Swahili words "sheka" meaning 'king' and "-ana" meaning 'the one who has or owns'.
SHEQUANDA
FeminineUncommon yet powerful female name of African American origin, derived from the Swahili word "sheka," meaning "king" or "ruler.
SHEQUANNA
FeminineDistinctively African American given name that emerged in the late 20th century as a creative blend of Shenequa and Shequita, symbolizing creativity and individuality.
SHEQUETTA
FeminineShequetta: a distinctive African American name, formed by merging Sheila and Quetta, symbolizing originality and strength.
SHEQUILA
FeminineDistinctive name of uncertain origin, possibly derived from "esquilo" meaning squirrel in Spanish, or variant spelling of Sheila, but its true history and meaning remain mysterious.
SHEQUILLA
FeminineAfrican American name created by combining Sheila and Jill, gaining popularity during the late 20th century in the United States. Though it has no specific meaning, it evokes strength, beauty, and uniqueness.
SHEQUILLE
MasculineAfrican American name derived from Arabic roots, meaning "little warrior" or "small brave one," popularized by basketball player Shaquille O'Neal.
SHEQUIRA
FeminineModern, unique feminine name of uncertain origin but growing popularity.
SHEQUITA
FeminineDistinctive African-American name coined during the civil rights movement, meaning 'quiet one' in AAVE.
SHEQUITTA
FeminineUncommon yet captivating female name of African American origin, derived from the West African name "Shakieta," meaning "thankful.
SHER
FeminineHebrew origin, meaning "song" or "poetic".
SHER
MasculinePersian girl's name derived from "shir," meaning lioness.
SHERA
FeminineEnchanting Sanskrit name, derived from 'Sharada,' meaning 'learning' or 'knowledge.'
SHERADYN
FeminineUnique given name of unknown origin, possibly derived from "Shera" meaning "famous warrior" or "noble bright", and "Din" meaning "fortress" or "stronghold".
SHERAE
FeminineAmerican name of recent origin, created by combining elements from various sources, with no universally agreed-upon meaning. It is typically pronounced /ˈʃɪriː/.
SHERAH
FeminineUnique Hebrew name derived from "shara," meaning "song" or "poem.
SHERAINE
FeminineAttractive unisex name of Arabic origin, derived from 'Sharain' and conveying happiness.
SHERAL
FeminineCaptivating name with unknown origins, possibly derived from Arabic 'shararah' or Hebrew 'Sarah', symbolizing electricity, nobility, or biblical significance.
SHERALD
FeminineRecently coined American name created by author Octavia E. Butler by blending Shirley and Harold. It has gained popularity in recent years as a unisex name with literary significance but no historical or cultural meaning.
SHERALD
MasculineUnique English name derived from Old English words "scir" (bright) and "eald" (old), conveying the meaning of a bright old man or wise person, suitable for both boys and girls.
SHERALDINE
FeminineUncommon, yet captivating feminine given name of African origin, derived from the Ashanti tribe's word "Saradina," which means "noble" or "royal.
SHERALEE
FeminineAmerican female given name created by Louis L'Amour for his 1975 novel 'The Sherman Saga'. Its fictional origin and meaning make it distinctive, but it has gained some popularity in the U.S.
SHERALL
FeminineModern, unique name of unknown origin, believed to be a blend of Shirley and Coral, with no specific meaning but often associated with beauty or grace.
SHERALYN
FeminineCaptivating female name of unknown origin, with some sources suggesting it's a blend of Shirley ("bright meadow") and Lynn ("lake"), though this isn't definitive. It has been used sparingly throughout history, making it a memorable yet uncommon choice.
SHERAN
FeminineRare yet captivating Irish name derived from the surname O'Sheridan, possibly meaning 'wise' or 'experienced'.