Shalay
Shalay is a girl baby name. Ranked #21,759 in the US, popular nicknames include Sha, Shy, and Shaie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Shalay first appeared in US Social Security records in 1981.
Over 112 babies have been named Shalay in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Shalay is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #21,759 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #21,759
- Total SSA Count
- 7
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
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About the Name Shalay
Shalay is a girl name .
Shalay is currently ranked #21,759 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Shalay include Sha, Shy, Shaie, and Shalie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Shalay include Shalom . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis