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Eason vs Shay

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Shay

Boy #1,707 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"admirable, hawk-like"

Origin: Irish

Cultural Roots

Irish English Hebrew American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,707
Total SSA Count
98
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Eason Rank #1,558
Shay Rank #1,707

Eason is more popular, ranked #1558 vs #1707 for Shay.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Eason or Shay more popular?

Eason is more popular, ranked #1558 compared to Shay at #1707 in the United States.

What do Eason and Shay mean?

Eason means "son of Adam" (Irish/Scottish origin). Shay means "admirable, hawk-like" (Irish origin).

Are Eason and Shay boy or girl names?

Eason is primarily a boy name. Shay is primarily a boy name.

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