The name Shae is a boy's name meaning "the stately, dauntless one or supplanter".

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Shae is a unisex name derived from the Irish Gaelic surname Ó Séaghdha (meaning 'hawk-like'), which evolved into Shea, with the meaning "stately" related to its hawk origins. In Ireland, it's sometimes considered a shortened form of Seamus. 

Shae gained popularity in English-speaking countries during the late 20th century, appreciated for its simple spelling and soft sound. It ranks near the bottom of the UK Top 1000 but has never ranked in the US Top 1000, though Shea did meander through the lower half of that list from 1970 until 2006.

Over 100 baby girls were named Shae in the US last year, versus about 25 baby boys. The gender gap is narrower with the Shea spelling -- about 250 girls to 150 boys -- whereas the Shay spelling was used for 250 girls and 120 boys.

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The name Shae peaked for boys at #1334 in 1990. The name is most popular in SHAE and SHAE. Shae is occasionally used for girls in 2024.

The name Shae is a girl's name meaning "the stately, dauntless one".

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The third-most-popular spelling of this name, after Shea and Shay, is notable mostly for its connection to Game of Thrones. Shae is a "camp follower" -- AKA prostitute -- who becomes the loyal mistress to Tyrion Lannister while he is serving as Hand of the King.

Shae derives from an Irish Gaelic surname meaning "hawk-like", which evolved over time into the meaning "stately, dauntless one" She is the spelling the leans the most toward the female side. Over 100 baby girls were named Shae in the US last year, versus about 25 baby boys. The Shea spelling was used for about 250 girls to 150 boys, while the Shay version was given to 250 girls and 120 boys.

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The name Shae is currently ranked #926 in U.S. births. and peaked for girls at #922 in 1998. It is currently rising in popularity. The name is most popular in SHAE, SHAE, and SHAE. Shae is occasionally used for boys in 2024.

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