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

Shaniyha is a distinctive Middle Eastern name derived from Arabic 'shani', meaning 'happiness' or 'joy', conveying positivity.

Shaniyia is an exotic African name created by combining elements from various African names like Shani ("gift") and Yia ("beautiful" or "graceful"). It's a unisex name that has gained popularity worldwide, particularly in the US and Canada, due to its association with strength, resilience, and elegance. Despite its growing fame, Shaniyia remains relatively rare and can be spelled differently such as Shaniyah or Shaniah. Its history is not well-documented but it appears to have been created recently.

Shaniyla is a unique, recently coined name derived from Irish 'Shannon' meaning old or wise, and Muslim 'Aliya' meaning elevated or exalted, hence interpreted as 'elevated wisdom'.

Shanka is a Sanskrit-derived name meaning 'conch shell', symbolizing spirituality, wisdom, victory, and good fortune in Hindu culture.

Shankeria is an African origin name from the Yoruba tribe in Nigeria, meaning "a person who brings joy.

Shankia is a unique, uncommon Indian name from Rajasthan, derived from Hindu god Shiva ("Shankara"/"Shankar"), signifying peace and wisdom.

Shanlee is an Irish name meaning 'old' in Gaelic, originally used by the brave O'Shanlee clan of County Kerry.

Shanleigh is a modern Irish-English hybrid name, combining 'Shane' (Irish, meaning 'God is gracious') and 'Leigh' (English, meaning 'meadow'), suggesting 'gracious meadow'.

Shanley is a rare Irish male given name derived from the surname O'Scanlain, meaning "full shadow" in Gaelic.

Shanli is a Chinese name that means 'standing like a mountain', symbolizing strength and stability.

Shann is a rare, unisex given name of uncertain origin, possibly derived from Irish or Scottish roots, or from Welsh Shaun/English Shannon. Its meaning is unclear but often associated with the Irish surname O'Shannon, meaning "from Shannon," referencing Ireland's longest river. Some suggest it could be a variant of Shaun/Sean, meaning "god is gracious." Despite its rarity and mystery, Shann has gained popularity for its unique sound and spelling.

Shanna is an elegant Irish-origin given name, derived from O'Scanaill meaning 'descendant of Scannal,' thought to mean 'noisy' or 'lively.'

Shannae: an Irish-rooted feminine name derived from 'O'Scanlan', once a common Irish surname, now signifying 'little old man'.

Shannah is an uncommon yet notable Irish female name, derived from Siobhán meaning 'God is gracious', carrying historical significance tied to the influential O'Sullivan clan.

Shannalee is an uncommon female given name of Irish origin derived from the surname "O'Sceolan," meaning "descendant of Scálán," a legendary warrior chieftain. Popularized by Seamus Heaney's poem, it signifies strength and bravery, though not tied to specific cultural traditions.

Shannan is a rare Irish given name, originating from the medieval surname O'Scanlan, believed to mean 'shadow'.

Shannara is an Irish-derived female given name meaning 'from the shore of Shandon', a district in County Cork, Ireland, signifying a connection to the land and sea.

Shannay is a unique Irish given name derived from the surname 'O'Scanlan,' meaning 'son of Scanlan,' with 'Scanlan' itself derived from the Irish word 'scán' meaning 'shadow' or 'dark.'

Shannda is an attractive Irish name derived from the surname O'Siodhachain, meaning "descendant of Siodhachan," a renowned warrior in Irish mythology.

Shanndolyn is a distinctive feminine name of Irish origin, derived from the ancient Irish surname O'Scanlan. It means "God is gracious" or "graced by God," reflecting its divine connotation and spiritual significance.

Shanne is a distinctive Irish name of Gaelic origin, meaning "little John".

Shannee is a unique feminine given name believed to have Irish origins, possibly meaning 'peaceful one', though its usage is more prevalent in English-speaking countries like the US and Canada than Ireland itself.

Shanneka is an African-American name created by blending Shane ("God is gracious") and Nicole ("victory of the people"), with no specific meaning but associated with these qualities.

Shannel is a modern American female name, believed to be a variant spelling of French Chanel, meaning 'channel' or 'river', though its exact meaning remains uncertain.

Shannell is a unique American given name that emerged in the late 20th century as a creative variation of popular names like Shannon or Michelle, with an added twist of the letter "l" at the end. Its origin and meaning are unclear, but it has gained popularity due to its distinctive sound and spelling.

Shannelle is a distinctive Irish name derived from the surname O'Scanlan, meaning "descendant of Scannal," which signifies "lively" or "noisy.

Shannen is an uncommon yet captivating female given name of Irish origin, derived from the ancient surname Ó Seanáin which originally meant 'little old man' or 'dwarf'. Despite its unique meaning, it has been used as both a given name and surname throughout history and carries a rich heritage associated with powerful and influential families in medieval Ireland.

Shannequa is a Swahili name from East Africa that means "God has answered my prayers.

Shannetta is a distinctive American female given name created by combining Shannon and Anetta, without a specific meaning but often associated with strength, beauty, and uniqueness.

Shannette is an uncommon Irish girl's name derived from O'Scanlon, meaning "descendant of Scanlan," originating from County Kerry.

Shanni is a unique Hebrew feminine name derived from 'Sharon', meaning 'plain'.

Shannia is a captivating Irish female name derived from the surname O'Siodhachain, meaning "descendant of Siodhachan." It signifies strength and wisdom, with roots in ancient Irish culture and folklore.

Shannice is an attractive Irish name with ancient roots, derived from Siobhan, meaning 'God is gracious'. It was made famous by legendary figures like the wife of High King Cormac mac Airt and notable actress Siobhan McKenna, embodying grace, wisdom, and strength.