Demari vs Shay

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Demari

Boy #1,528 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"of the sea (possible etymology)"

Origin: Greek/American

Cultural Roots

African American English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,528
Total SSA Count
115
Syllables
3
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Demi, Mari, Dee

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Demari Rank #1,528
Shay Rank #1,156

Shay is more popular, ranked #1156 vs #1528 for Demari.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Demari ___

  • Demari James
  • Demari Antonio
  • Demari Lee
  • Demari Michael
  • Demari Xavier
  • Demari Isaiah

Shay ___

  • Shay Lynn
  • Shay Marie
  • Shay Elizabeth
  • Shay Nicole
  • Shay Renee
  • Shay Paige

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Demari

Amari Malachi Zion Imani Nadia

If you choose Shay

Riley Quinn Reagan Rowan Finley

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Demari or Shay more popular?

Shay is more popular, ranked #1156 compared to Demari at #1528 in the United States.

What do Demari and Shay mean?

Demari means "of the sea (possible etymology)" (Greek/American origin). Shay means "stately, admirable" (Old Irish origin).

Are Demari and Shay boy or girl names?

Demari is primarily a boy name. Shay is primarily a girl name.

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