Female and male names most popular from last year starting with the letter "S" - page 4.
Shlomo
Hebrew name meaning 'peace,' associated with wisdom like King Solomon.
Soraya
Persian name meaning "princess" or "royal head", popularized by royal figures like Princess Soraya Esfandiary-Bakhtiari.
Shimon
Hebrew boys' name which means "he has heard", derived from the root verb "shama" meaning "to hear". It's often used interchangeably with Simon in Greek and Latin, and is associated with the biblical tribe of Simeon. Notable figures such as Shimon Peres and Shimon bar Yochai bear this name, reflecting its rich historical significance.
Sekani
Unique African name derived from the Yoruba culture meaning "first born son.
Sunny
American unisex given name, popularized by Marilyn Monroe as her stage name. It has no specific meaning or etymology, but it's associated with warmth and positivity like the sun itself.
Syncere
American origin, created as a modern and distinctive given name with no specific historical significance or meaning.
Slade
Rare English given name derived from the Old English word "slæd," meaning "sword." It has a strong, powerful connotation associated with weaponry.
Sonia
The feminine given name Sonia is of Latin origin, derived from the Latin word "sonus," meaning "sound" or "echo.
Simeon
Hebrew name meaning "hearing" or "hearkening," derived from the word "shama." It was borne by one of Jacob's sons in the Old Testament and is also traditionally considered to be one of the prophets who greeted baby Jesus at the Temple.
Sterling
English origin, means "little star" and was initially used as a surname for those working at mints or assaying coins. Today, it's a popular boys' given name associated with purity, excellence, and strength.
Sunday
Uncommon English girl's name derived from "Sunday," the day of rest and worship, reflecting its religious significance and association with peace and tranquility.
Susanna
Feminine given name of Latin origin, derived from the Hebrew name "Shoshannah," meaning "lily" or "lotus flower.
Sharon
Feminine given name of Hebrew origin that means "plain" or "flat land," referring to the fertile plain of Sharon in Israel.
Sally
English name derived from Sarah, meaning "princess," popular since the late Middle Ages and widely recognized today.
Sana
Arabic origin name meaning "healthy" or "in good health", often given to children for strength and robustness.
Sia
The name Sia is derived from Greek origins meaning "wisdom", stemming from the ancient Greek word "sophia".
Selina
Charming female name of Latin origin, meaning 'of the moon', giving it an enchanting quality, popularized by figures like Queen Selina of Amazons in Greek mythology, British journalist Selina Scott, and fictional politician Selina Meyer from "Veep".
Skylynn
Modern, made-up girl's name of unknown origin, with no specific cultural or linguistic roots. Its meaning is unclear and purely speculative, often associated with the sky due to its similarity to words like "sky" and "heaven". It gained popularity in recent years, reaching #846 in the U.S. baby girl names rankings in 2019.
Sofie
Scandinavian feminine name derived from the Old Norse Soffia, itself a variant of Sophia, meaning "wisdom." It has been popular throughout Scandinavia since the 14th century and has gained international recognition.
Silvia
Feminine given name of Latin origin derived from "silva," meaning "forest." It has historical associations with purity, virtue, and nature's beauty across various cultures.
Sidney
English unisex name with a historical background. Derived from the Norman French surname 'de Saint-Denis', it translates to 'from St. Denis' town.' Originally a male name, Sidney has evolved into a popular choice for girls in recent years.
Shia
Arabic name meaning 'follower', derived from the term for a branch of Islam that reveres Imam Ali.
Symphony
Greek-origin girl's name meaning 'harmonious agreement' or 'concord of sound', inspired by the idea of beautiful musical performance.
Safiya
Arabic name meaning 'pure' or 'chaste', associated with purity and innocence, popular worldwide especially in Muslim communities.
Safa
Safa, of Arabic origin, means 'pure' or 'clear'; it's deeply rooted in Islamic culture, being one of two mountains in Mecca's pilgrimage rituals.
Sybil
Rare yet distinguished feminine given name of Greek origin, meaning 'prophetess', derived from the title given to priestesses at Apollo's oracle in Delphi.
Saniyah
Arabic name derived from 'saniyya', meaning 'early morning'. It signifies new beginnings and purity.
Santi
Spanish origin and means "saint" or "holy".
Sol
Latin-origin name meaning 'sun', traditionally used for boys but also suitable for girls.
Sami
Arabic boy's name meaning 'high' or 'elevated', derived from the word 'samī'. It signifies loftiness and is also a title for a righteous believer in Islamic tradition.
Serafina
Elegant Italian name derived from 'seraphim', meaning 'fiery ones', originating in Florence during the 13th century.
Skylar
Gender-neutral American name with Old Norse roots, meaning "scholar" or "learned".
Shea
The feminine name Shea, of Irish origin, means 'peaceful' or 'calm', being derived from the surname Séaghdha.
Syed
Arabic name meaning "lord" or "sir," commonly used as a title of respect among Muslims. It is often associated with descendants of Muhammad's grandson Hasan ibn Ali.
Steele
English origin, meaning "made of steel." It derives from the Old English word "stǽl" and signifies strength and durability.
Santana
Spanish origin, meaning "saint" or "holy," derived from the word "santo." It has been used historically as a given name and surname since the Middle Ages in Spain.
Scout
The name Scout, derived from American origin and popularized by its unisex nature, means 'to observe' or 'explore', reflecting its association with the Boy Scouts organization.
Storm
English gender-neutral name meaning "tempestuous" or "violent storm," popularized in the 19th century and gaining prominence as a standalone name in the late 20th century due to its dramatic association with nature's power and influence from popular culture like Marvel Comics' X-Men series.
Stacy
Charming female given name derived from the Greek "Anastasia," meaning "from Constantine" or "Constantinople.
Shirley
English girl's name with Scottish Gaelic origins, derived from the surname 'Sherley', which means 'bright-headed'.