UnisexEnglish origin

Shea: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

A graceful and admirable soul.

Origin
English
Syllables
1
Current rank
#1520
Peak
#530 in 1986

Trend: Falling, easing off its high over the latest decade.

Popularity over time

Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)

1954: #429319541960: #284019601970: #95819701980: #82619801990: #68319902000: #93820002005: #95720052010: #137420102015: #160920152020: #15202020#1#4293

What Shea Means

Shea is a unisex name of English origin. A graceful and admirable soul.

How Popular Shea Is

Shea currently ranks #1520 among name for any genders in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #530 in 1986. It has been easing off its high.

Good to Know About Shea

  • At its most popular, Shea reached #530 in the U.S. in 1986.
  • Shea is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
  • Shea is a name from the English-speaking tradition.

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Sibling Names for Shea

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Questions About Shea

What does Shea mean?

Shea is a unisex name of English origin. A graceful and admirable soul.

How popular is Shea?

Shea currently ranks #1520 among name for any genders in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #530 in 1986. It has been easing off its high.

Where does Shea come from?

Shea comes from English roots. At its most popular, Shea reached #530 in the U.S. in 1986.

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