Female and male first names beginning with the letter “S”..
SHIANN
FemaleBeautiful, unique unisex name of Irish origin, derived from the surname "O'Scannlain," meaning "descendant of Scannlan," which is believed to have come from the Gaelic word "scán" meaning "shade" or "shadow.
SHIANNA
FemaleCaptivating female name derived from Gaelic 'Sìona', meaning 'God is gracious'.
SHIANNE
FemaleUnique Irish female given name derived from the surname O'Siadhail, meaning 'descendant of Siadhail', signifying strength, courage, and resilience.
SHIARA
FemaleUncommon yet charming Italian girl's name derived from "shiari," meaning "sandy beach.
SHIASIA
FemaleYoruba female name meaning 'God has answered my prayers', reflecting its African roots and deep significance.
SHIBANI
FemaleShibani, of Sanskrit origin, translates to 'beautiful' and is associated with the goddess Parvati in Hindu mythology.
SHIDA
FemaleCaptivating Persian name meaning "sweet" or "nice".
SHIE
MaleJapanese name meaning 'happiness', pronounced as "shy-eh".
SHIE
FemaleCaptivating Japanese name derived from 'shio', meaning salt, often used for both boys and girls.
SHIEDA
FemaleAfrican name of Igbo origin, meaning 'God answers' or 'It will grow', reflecting divine intervention or personal development.
SHIEKA
FemaleCaptivating Yoruba African name meaning "the one who arrives with wealth," symbolizing prosperity and good fortune.
SHIELA
FemaleIrish female given name derived from Síle, meaning 'she is a raven-haired woman', carrying historical significance dating back centuries.
SHIELAH
FemaleRare yet captivating Scottish name derived from the Gaelic 'sìol', meaning 'peace'.
SHIELDA
FemaleScottish-derived feminine name meaning 'protection' or 'defense'.
SHIELDS
MaleRare English given name derived from the Old English word 'scield', meaning shield, originally referring to armor used in battle for protection.
SHIENA
FemaleCaptivating Japanese name composed of "shie" meaning 'life' and "na" signifying 'the sound of water', conveying 'the sound of life's waters'.
SHIERA
FemaleIrish name derived from ancient Irish "Siabhra," meaning "bright" or "radiant.
SHIERRA
FemaleUnique Hebrew female name derived from "shir," meaning "song," inspired by its original bearer's beautiful singing voice. It also signifies strength and resilience, as seen in the Biblical figure Shir, one of Jael's seven daughters who played a significant role in Israelites' victory over the Canaanites.
SHIESHA
FemaleUnique African name derived from the Hausa language, primarily spoken in Nigeria. Its meaning is not explicitly defined but is often associated with concepts like 'life' or 'beauty', implying resilience and elegance.
SHIFA
FemaleArabic origin, means 'remedy' or 'cure', reflecting its association with healing in Islamic tradition and its status as one of Allah's 99 attributes.
SHIFFON
FemaleHebrew name meaning "beauty," derived from the Hebrew word "shifcha." It originated during biblical times and symbolizes grace and elegance.
SHIFFY
FemaleUnique, unisex given name of unknown origin with no specific meaning or cultural derivation. It has gained popularity in recent years despite its mysterious origins, often chosen by parents seeking a distinctive name for their child.
SHIFRA
FemaleHebrew name derived from the root verb 'shafar', meaning 'to break open' or 'to scatter'.
SHIG
MaleJapanese origin, derived from the historic Echigo Province in Niigata Prefecture, with connections to notable figures such as Takeda Shingen.
SHIGE
MalePopular Japanese given name meaning 'to prosper' or 'to succeed', originating from the word 'shigeru' and often used for both males and females.
SHIGEKI
MaleJapanese given name originating from the kanji characters "成功" (seikō), meaning "success," popularized during the Meiji era of rapid modernization.
SHIGEKO
FemaleRare yet cherished Japanese feminine given name derived from "shige" meaning fourteen and "ko" denoting child, translating to 'fourteenth child'. Originally used for the fourteenth daughter born into families following traditional Japanese naming customs based on birth order, it now signifies more broadly Japan's rich history and cultural heritage.
SHIGEMI
MaleJapanese unisex name derived from "shige" meaning 'heavy' or 'important', and "mi" meaning 'beauty'.
SHIGENO
FemaleRare yet captivating Japanese given name that means "a field of four joys," composed of the kanji characters "shigi" (四喜) meaning "four happiness" and "no" (野) meaning "field." Its roots trace back to ancient Japanese naming traditions, though there are no widely known historical figures with this specific name.
SHIGENOBU
MaleHistorical Japanese given name composed of 'Shige' (success) and 'Nobu' (faithful), conveying "succeeding in being trustworthy." Popular among samurai during the Kamakura period, it signifies loyalty and honor.
SHIGEO
MaleJapanese given name meaning 'boy of four seasons,' originating from ancient Japan and popular among samurai families.
SHIGERU
MaleJapanese male given name composed of "shigeru" meaning 'many' and "ru" meaning 'to rub or wipe', translating to 'much rubbing'.
SHIGETO
MaleJapanese given name meaning 'another four', traditionally given to fourth-born siblings, popular today for its unique meaning and historical significance.
SHIGETOSHI
MaleTraditional Japanese masculine name meaning 'prosperous' and 'intelligent,' tracing back to the Heian period.
SHIGEYUKI
MaleTraditional Japanese male given name that means "important happiness" or "bringing happiness due to something important.
SHIHAB
MaleArabic name meaning 'lightning', associated with strength and brilliance, and has been held by notable figures like Shihabuddin, the 13th-century Yemeni historian.
SHIHEEM
MaleArabic name meaning "companionship" or "friendship".
SHIHEIM
MaleUnique name of unknown origin, with various interpretations and associations due to its unclear etymology.
SHIHO
FemaleUnisex Japanese name derived from Sino-Japanese kanji characters, with meanings varying but often conveying strength, wealth, or poetic treasures.
SHIKARA
FemaleDistinctively Japanese name with no specific meaning or association, tracing back to the feudal era and popularized globally as a unisex option.