Shalei
Shalei is a girl baby name. Ranked #57,039 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
Shalei first appeared in US Social Security records in 1987.
Over 49 babies have been named Shalei in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Shalei is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #57,039 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #57,039
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
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About the Name Shalei
Shalei is a girl name .
Shalei is currently ranked #57,039 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Shalei include Sha, Shy, Shaie, and Shalie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Shalei 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