Female and male first names beginning with the letter “S”..

American-origin name created by combining "shi" and "lee", gaining popularity for its uniqueness despite its unknown meaning.

Irish name derived from the surname Ó Síleáin, meaning 'descendant of Síleán', believed to be a diminutive form of Síle, which means 'she who sees visions'.

Distinctive girl's name with unknown origins, popularized recently despite its unclear meaning and history.

Recently invented girls' name with no known origin or traditional usage. Its meaning is largely determined by its users and it has gained some popularity in recent years, reaching the top 1000 names for girls in the United States in 2007.

Unique female name of Greek origin, derived from "shyle," meaning "forest" or "woods." It signifies someone connected to nature, wild at heart, and full of life.

Distinctive male name of American origin, coined by author Stephen King in his 1982 novel 'The Running Man', where it belongs to the protagonist's son.

Modern, unisex name of recent origin, created by combining the first syllables of Michael and Christopher with the letter 'y', gaining popularity in English-speaking countries since the late 20th century. It does not have a specific meaning or historical significance beyond its unique sound.

Distinct Hebrew name, meaning 'peace'.

Shylia, of Hebrew origin, signifies 'peace' and derives from the Hebrew word 'shalom', suggesting harmony and completeness.

Uncommon name with unknown origins, believed to be derived from Scottish or Irish roots or a variant spelling of Shiloh or Shelly. Its popularity has grown recently, often associated with creativity and individuality due to its rarity.

Unique given name of unknown origin, gaining popularity in recent years despite its uncertain meaning.

Rare and exotic name with an uncertain origin, leaving room for speculation about its meaning.

Unique Hebrew name derived from 'shalhevet', meaning 'flame' or 'torch', signifying passion and warmth.

Distinctive American name of recent origin, popularized by the character Shylo Philips from the TV series "The O.C." It does not have a specific meaning or history and is considered unisex but more commonly used for boys. Despite its popularity in media, it remains rare with no documented usage before 2003 and no babies named Shylo in the U.S. between 2003 and 2019.

American coinage from the late 20th century, a blend of Shirley and Lois with no specific meaning but often associated with uniqueness and strength-harmony blend.

Unique Hebrew name derived from the biblical place Shiloh, meaning 'tranquil' or 'peaceful,' reflecting the peaceful haven where the Ark of the Covenant resided temporarily.

Hebrew female given name derived from "shelo," meaning "ask for" or "request.

Uncommon name of unknown origin, gaining recent popularity for its unique sound.

Intriguing given name of African origin, popular among Nigerians. While its exact meaning varies, it's often associated with the Yoruba tradition of naming, potentially signifying 'the pursuit of wealth'.

Uncommon yet charming Irish name derived from the O'Shea surname, meaning "descendant of Shea," which was associated with wisdom and intelligence. While its exact meaning remains unclear, some interpret it as a variation of Siobhan, meaning "God is gracious.

Blend of Shannon (meaning "wisdom" from Ireland) and Lynn ("from the hill/lake"), creating a unique modern girl's name with no specific combined meaning but evoking images of intelligence and beauty.

Arabic-origin name meaning 'height' or 'peak', often associated with success and elevation, and was historically given to Arab girls believed to have a special destiny.

Uncommon yet captivating name of African-American origin, derived from the Swahili word 'shime', meaning 'peace'.

Rare African-American name created during the early 20th century as a blend of popular names at that time.

American-originated given name with an uncommon yet captivating sound. Its meaning and derivation are unknown, though its unique spelling may appeal to parents seeking a distinctive name.

African American name derived from the Swahili word "shimere," meaning "reward.

Regal African name meaning 'queen', derived from the Ashanti people of Ghana.

Rare, unique name of unknown origin, meaning, and etymology, likely invented or independently chosen by different cultures throughout history.

Intriguing Indian name derived from Sanskrit 'Shyama', signifying 'dark' or 'black'. It's associated with Goddess Parvati in Hindu mythology.

Shyne, of African American origin, means 'to emit light' or 'shine brightly', popularized by rapper Jamal Joseph.

Unique, modern given name of unknown origin, popularized in the late 20th century through hip-hop culture. Its spelling and pronunciation make it distinctive, but its meaning is largely personal and determined by the individual bearer's experiences.

Captivating female name of African origin, derived from the Yoruba culture of Nigeria, meaning "the one who brings light.

Captivating Caribbean female name derived from Jamaican patois "shine", meaning glow or radiate light, combined with the feminine suffix "-ice".

African-derived name from Swahili, meaning 'bright'. Popularized by American author Terri McMillan in her 1992 novel 'Disappearing Acts', it gained traction in the United States thereafter. It's often spelled creatively to reflect its phonetic pronunciation.

Appealing African American name derived from Shenelle, meaning 'calm or peaceful'.

Distinctive African American given name created in the mid-20th century without a fixed meaning; some associate it with 'nine' or 'shine equality.'

Unique African American female given name, created by combining "Shy" and "Nese," and often associated with qualities of modesty and grace.

Unique, modern African American name created by combining Shenise ('beautiful') and Shanesha ('graceful').

Enigmatic name of unknown origin, allowing each bearer to create their own meaning and identity associated with it.

Original African-American given name coined by Iceberg Slim as a tribute to his mother Shirley and grandmother Nice.