Female and male names most popular from last year starting with the letter "S" - page 17.
Saryah
Arabic given name meaning 'palace' or 'royal palace', symbolizing elegance and grandeur.
Savi
Hebrew name meaning "to break forth" or "proclaim," derived from the Hebrew word "tsav.
Sayan
Rare yet distinct male name of Indian origin, derived from Sanskrit 'Sayana', meaning 'one who lies down or rests'. It's associated with Lord Vishnu and often linked to the historic 'Sayan Kodanda' episode.
Seraiah
Rare Hebrew name meaning 'prince' or 'commander', notable as the father of Ezra in the Old Testament.
Shaindel
Hebrew name meaning 'beautiful' or 'graceful', derived from the word 'shain' with the Yiddish suffix '-del'.
Shayaan
Arabic name meaning 'clear' or 'bright', derived from the word 'shayya'. It has religious significance in Islam as one of Allah's names, and is highly regarded culturally in many Arabic-speaking countries.
Sherry
Unique feminine given name of English origin, derived from 'sherry', a type of Spanish fortified wine. It gained popularity in the late Victorian era due to increased trade between England and Spain, and is often associated with qualities like sweetness, warmth, elegance, celebration, and good company. Notable bearers include American author Sherry Lansing and British poet Sherry Varma. Today, parents choose Sherry for its uncommon appeal and timeless sophistication.
Shyloh
Unique Hebrew name derived from the biblical place Shiloh, meaning 'tranquil' or 'peaceful,' reflecting the peaceful haven where the Ark of the Covenant resided temporarily.
Shyne
Unique, modern given name of unknown origin, popularized in the late 20th century through hip-hop culture. Its spelling and pronunciation make it distinctive, but its meaning is largely personal and determined by the individual bearer's experiences.
Sivan
Hebrew name meaning "six," referring to the sixth month in the Hebrew calendar.
Skadi
Rare female name of Old Norse origin, meaning "injury" or "damage," inspired by the legendary giantess and goddess known for her skiing skills and independence.
Solange
French female given name derived from the Occitan word "solatge," meaning "sunlight" or "sunny.
Souleymane
Arabic name meaning "peaceful," derived from the word "salam." It signifies submission to Allah's will and has been borne by notable figures like Senegalese footballer Souleymane Faye.
Sovereign
The name Sovereign is an uncommon English given name derived from the word "sovereign," meaning supreme in power or authority.
Srihan
Rare Sanskrit boy's name, combining 'prosperity' (Sri) with 'to conquer' (Han), signifying 'overcoming adversity for wealth.'
Stirling
Scottish name derived from 'Sruighlea', meaning 'strife' or 'tumult', reflecting the city's historic role as a strategic battleground.
Sufiyan
Arabic given name composed of "Sufi" meaning 'wool' and "yan", a diminutive suffix, translating to 'little Sufi'.
Suleyman
Arabic-origin male name meaning "peace," associated with tranquility and harmony, and famously borne by Ottoman Sultan Suleiman I, known as the Magnificent Lawgiver.
Syriah
Hebrew name derived from "Siryon," meaning "high mountain" or "juniper.
Saloma
Beautiful Hebrew name meaning 'peace,' derived from the word 'shalom.'
Samani
African name of Yoruba origin, meaning "God has done well," often given after years of waiting or as a gift from God. It brings good fortune and prosperity to its bearer.
Sameir
Arabic male given name meaning 'companion' or 'accompanier', reflecting reliability and trustworthiness.
Sammie
Modern English given name, originally derived from Hebrew Samuel meaning "name of God" or "God heard".
Sammuel
Samuel is a Hebrew male given name that means "name of God" or "God heard.
Sanders
Distinctive English given name, derived from the occupational surname Sanders, which could refer to a maker or seller of shoes, or come from habitational places named Sanders in England. Its meaning is unclear, but it may be associated with 'sandy'.
Sansa
Sanskrit origin, means 'beauty' or 'happy melody', bringing good luck.
Saylem
Arabic given name meaning 'mountain', popularized by ancient Arabs who admired mountains' strength and stability.
Shani
Hebrew name meaning "gift from God" or "favor from God", derived from the Hebrew word "shanah" meaning "year".
Shanvika
Indian-origin unisex name derived from 'Shankara', meaning 'happiness'. It's associated with Lord Shiva and symbolizes joy.
Shelly
Unique female given name with Irish origins, derived from the surname O'Shea or O'Shiel meaning "descendant of Shea" or "hawk.
Shivam
Indian boy's name derived from the Sanskrit word "Shiva", meaning 'auspicious' or 'fortunate'.
Shloime
Shlomo, also known as Shloime, is an ancient Hebrew name meaning 'peaceful', derived from 'shalom'. It was notably borne by King Solomon and is still revered in Jewish culture today.
Silver
Rare, captivating given name of unknown origin, possibly derived from occupational roles involving silver or Middle English 'silvere', and used in some cultures like Dutch ('Sylver') and French ('Silvère'). It has gained popularity since the 1970s but remains uncommon. Symbolically, Silver evokes wealth, beauty, purity, brightness, elegance, and sophistication.
Silvestre
Male given name of Italian origin, derived from the Latin 'silva', meaning 'forest'. Traditionally associated with nature and wildlife, its popularity is linked to Saint Sylvester I.
Sirus
Persian name meaning 'sun' or 'burning star', derived from 'shir' (lion) and '-us' (belonging to), embodying solar power and heroism in Persian mythology, and now popular globally for its unique and meaningful symbolism.
Sonnie
Distinctive Scottish name derived from 'Donndubhan', meaning 'brown-haired chief'.
Sriya
Unique, Sanskrit-derived name meaning "prosperity" and associated with the Hindu goddess Lakshmi.
Stewart
Scottish surname and given name derived from the Old English words 'steor' (pilot) and '-ward' (keeper), translating to "guardian" or "caretaker". It was first recorded in the 13th century and has since become a prominent name worldwide, notably carried by figures like actors Jimmy Stewart and singer Rod Stewart.
Sturgill
Rare American given name whose origin and meaning are not well-known due to its scarcity. It may be derived from the Scottish surname Stewart or Stuart, translating to "strong steward" or "powerful guardian," or alternatively, it could be a variant spelling of the German name Sturges, meaning "strong spear." Despite these theories, there are no notable historical figures associated with this name, and it remains uncommon today.
Swayze
Irish-origin name popularized by actor Patrick Swayze, meaning 'son of the victorious warrior'.