Shai
Shai is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Gift.
Origin and history
Shai is a gender-neutral name of Hebrew origin meaning 'gift'. It has traditionally been used in Israel and has seen rising popularity in the United States in recent years. Its short, modern sound appeals to parents looking for a simple yet meaningful name.
Popularity in the United States
2,469 babies in the United States have been named Shai since 1880. It ranks #2608 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #997.
States where it is most popular
- CA (24.1 %)
- NY (24.1 %)
- FL (10.6 %)
- TX (6.4 %)
- PA (6.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 34 |
| 1980-1990 | 80 |
| 1990-2000 | 254 |
| 2000-2010 | 354 |
| 2010-2019 | 570 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,177 |
Famous people named Shai
- Shai Gilgeous-Alexander: Basketball player, Athlete
Fun facts
- In Hebrew, Shai (שַׁאי) literally translates to 'gift'.
- Nearly half of all U.S. male birth records for Shai have been registered since 2020.