Shayna
Shayna first appears in US records in 0. It peaked in 1991, when 676 girls were given the name.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Shayna popular?
Vintage Shayna is rarely given today, but saw real use in the past — it peaked back in 1991.
| 2020s | 445 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 1,280 | |
| 2000s | 3,297 | |
| 1990s | 5,836 | |
| 1980s | 4,083 | |
| 1970s | 1,140 | |
| 1960s | 166 | |
| 1950s | 20 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Shayna mean?
From Yiddish שיין (sheyn) 'beautiful, pretty' (cognate with German schön). A well established Yiddish beauty name, also spelled Shaina/Sheyna.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Shayna mean?
Shayna means Beautiful. From Yiddish שיין (sheyn) 'beautiful, pretty' (cognate with German schön). A well established Yiddish beauty name, also spelled Shaina/Sheyna.
What is the origin of the name Shayna?
Shayna is of yiddish origin.
How do you pronounce Shayna?
Shayna is pronounced “SHAY-nuh.”
Is Shayna a boy or a girl name?
Shayna is most commonly used as a girl name.
Is Shayna a popular name right now?
Shayna is rarely given today, but saw real use in the past — it peaked back in 1991.
How popular is the name Shayna?
In 2025, Shayna ranked #2479 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Shayna most popular?
Shayna was most popular in 1991, when about 676 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Shayna?
Names similar to Shayna include Golda, Goldie.
What names go well with Shayna?
yiddish names that pair well with Shayna include Goldie, Golda.