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Hebrew variation of Sarah; also Japanese
"chaste"
The late actress Sada Thompson introduced this obscure but usable form.
Feminine variation of Santo, Italian
"saint"
Santa has an appealing sound, or maybe that's sleigh bells we hear? It's difficult to separate the Italian girls' name Santa from the association to Mr. Claus, king of Christmas. The German…
Selen is a feminine name with multiple cultural origins. In Turkish, it combines 'sel' (flood) and 'en' (most), meaning 'one like a flood' or expressing abundance. It's also considered a variant of…
Shalva is a name with multiple cultural origins. In Hebrew, it means 'tranquility' or 'peace,' while in Georgian (from the Republic of Georgia), it's a traditional masculine name with historical…
Modern invented name
Shaylynn is a modern feminine name that combines elements of popular names like Shay, Shayla, and Lynn. It emerged primarily in the United States in the late 20th century as parents sought unique…
Anglicization of Sine; Irish variation of Jane
"God is gracious"
Animated Gaelic name popularized by singer Sheena Easton, also brings to mind Sheena, Queen of the Jungle, the Amazonian comic book and TV series heroine. Sine is considered to be and English…
Shelbi is a feminine name that represents a modern spelling variation of Shelby. Originally an English surname derived from place names meaning 'shelf settlement' or 'willow farm,' Shelby…
Shelbie is a feminine name primarily considered a variant spelling of Shelby, which originated as an English surname derived from place names meaning 'ledge village' or 'shelf settlement.' This…
English
"clearing on a bank"
The Shirley of the 1950s. Shelley Winters was born a Shirley.
Variation of Cheryl, English invented name from Cherie, French
"dear"
Somehow, the S versions are even more passe than the C's.
Shirel is a feminine name with Hebrew origins, meaning 'my song' or 'song of God.' Combining 'shir' (song) and 'El' (God), it carries beautiful musical and spiritual connotations. Popular primarily…
Shylo is a feminine name with varied spelling variations including Shiloh. It has Hebrew origins meaning 'peaceful one' or 'gift'. The name appears in the Bible as a place name where the Ark of the…
Solenn is a feminine Breton name with Celtic origins, derived from elements meaning 'solemn' or 'dignified.' This elegant name is particularly popular in Brittany, the Celtic region of northwestern…
Modern invention, English
"firm, determined; steel, gray-blue"
A wordy name with a name-y spelling, Steelie was chosen by influencer Tre Welsh for his daughter in 2025. Reminiscent of the word "steely", it may be associated with the durable metal, the color…
Taisha is a feminine name with several possible origins. It may be a variant of Tasha (diminutive of Russian Natasha, ultimately from Natalia meaning 'birthday of the Lord') or could combine the…
Diminutive of Talia
"gentle dew from heaven"
Nickname sometimes heard on its own, sort of an updated Sally and playmate of Hallie.
Tibetan
"good fortune"
Tashi is a Tibetan word meaning "good fortune," and is also used as a given name and surname in Tibet and Bhutan.
Spanish short form of Octavia
"eighth"
Cute, distinctive diminutive for this regal-sounding name.
Teaghan is a modern feminine name with Irish and Gaelic influences, likely derived as a variant spelling of Teagan, which comes from the Irish surname Ó Tadhgáin, meaning 'descendant of Tadhgán' (a…
