Shaya
Shaya is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
God is salvation.
Origin and history
Shaya is a masculine name of Hebrew origin, often used as a diminutive or variant of Isaiah (Yeshayahu). It has seen steady growth in recent years within Jewish communities in the United States. Its usage reflects a modern yet traditional stylistic appeal.
Popularity in the United States
1,809 babies in the United States have been named Shaya since 1880. It ranks #3011 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1296.
States where it is most popular
- NY (83 %)
- NJ (12.1 %)
- CA (4.9 %)
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 | 5 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 19 |
| 1980-1990 | 58 |
| 1990-2000 | 128 |
| 2000-2010 | 283 |
| 2010-2019 | 652 |
| 2020-2029 | 664 |
Fun facts
- Shaya originated as an affectionate Hebrew form of the biblical name Isaiah.
- More than a third of all U.S. births recorded for boys named Shaya occurred between 2020 and 2025.