Shaylee Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Shaylee is a modern American name derived from the combination of 'Shay' and the suffix '-lee'. It carries meanings related to adventure and imagination. The name evolved from Shay and gained popularity in the late 20th century, reflecting a trend towards unique names. It is seen as trendy and creative, with no direct biblical references.
The name Shaylee is most popular in Utah, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Shaylee has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, falling for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Shaylee' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 12628th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1874th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 874th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1845th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Shaylee' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Shaylee"
Pronunciation
/ˈʃeɪli/
Origin
Modern American
Etymology
Shaylee is a feminine name that likely derives from the combination of the name 'Shay' and the suffix '-lee', which is often used in American names to evoke a sense of femininity and softness.
Meaning
Adventurous, imaginative
Language Evolution
Shay, Shaylee
Historical Usage
Shaylee emerged as a popular name in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States, as part of a trend towards unique and modern names.
Variants & Derivatives
Shay, Shaylee, Shaili
Modern Popularity & Image
Shaylee is perceived as a contemporary and trendy name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Shaylee Shull, an American actress, Shaylee McGhee, a popular social media influencer
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Shaylee"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Shaylee"
"Shaylee" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 12628th of 19264 | 24 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1874th of 27321 | 1,093 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 874th of 35406 | 4,546 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1845th of 30306 | 1,338 |
Regional Popularity of "Shaylee" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Shaylee" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
52.92% 1950th/3685 |
- |
64.32% 3341st/5194 |
17.78% 1123rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
15.95% 731st/4582 |
28.64% 1479th/5164 |
15.27% 1117th/7313 |
9.18% 685th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
42.17% 1680th/3984 |
51.75% 2322nd/4487 |
28.95% 1975th/6822 |
28.11% 1764th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Shaylee"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Shaylee" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.