Female and male names most popular from last year - page 402.
Sala
Unisex Hebrew name meaning 'peace', derived from 'shalom'.
Salayah
Captivating Swahili female name from East Africa, signifying 'beautiful prayer' or 'prayer of beauty,' reflecting the importance of faith in Swahili culture.
Saleah
Unique African name from Zimbabwe's Shona people, meaning 'peace'. Traditionally given during peaceful eras, it signifies harmony and prosperity, reflecting Shona cultural values.
Samwise
The name Samwise was created by J.R.R. Tolkien for his epic novel 'The Lord of the Rings,' deriving from 'Sam' and 'Wise.'
Sanav
Unique Persian name derived from the word 'sanav', meaning 'pure' or 'clean'.
Saniah
Arabic name meaning 'wisdom' or 'intelligence', suggesting knowledge and insight.
Santa
Spanish name meaning "Saint," derived from the word "santo." Traditionally used for males, it now serves both genders worldwide.
Sarahy
Unique feminine name of Hebrew origin, derived from "Sarah," which means "princess" or "noble lady.
Sarim
Arabic boys' name meaning "noble" or "exalted," with historical significance and popularity worldwide despite being less widespread than some other Arabic names.
Sava
The name Sava originates from Serbia and signifies 'eagle', embodying strength and courage.
Schuyler
Distinctive American name of Dutch origin, deriving from "Slychter" and meaning "painter," popularized by the prominent Revolutionary War-era Schuyler family.
Sehaj
Indian Punjabi name meaning 'easy' or 'simple', reflecting one of the ten ideal Sikh qualities.
Selah
Hebrew origin and means "to lift up," "to cease," or "to pause," reflecting its historical use as a musical term indicating a break in song.
Serana
Unique Latin-derived female name meaning 'free from care' or 'serene', conveying tranquility.
Sereia
Rare and mesmerizing female given name of Portuguese origin, derived from the word 'sereia' meaning mermaid, evoking images of mystical oceanic creatures from ancient folklore.
Seriah
Hebrew name meaning "princess" or "commander of an army", reflecting strength and grace.
Servando
Rare but distinctive Spanish male given name derived from 'servir', meaning 'to serve', thus conveying the meaning 'devoted servant'.
Sevan
Armenian male given name derived from the word "sev," meaning "black." It is associated with Lake Sevan and a legendary hero, reflecting bravery and strength.
Sevi
Captivating Hebrew name derived from "sav," meaning "companion" or "friend." It holds biblical significance as the companion of Prince Jonathan in the story of David and Jonathan.
Shadia
Ancient yet popular Arabic name derived from the word 'shad', meaning happiness. It has been associated with joy and positivity since its use among Bedouin tribes centuries ago.
Shadow
Modern name of unknown origin, inspired by the English word 'shadow', meaning 'dark figure'. It symbolizes mystery and secrecy. Though uncommon historically, its popularity has grown recently in the U.S., possibly due to its unique sound and pop culture associations like DC Comics' John "Shadow" Palmer.
Shakai
Unique Japanese given name meaning 'society', emphasizing collective unity.
Shantel
Female name of French origin, derived from "chant," meaning "song." It's often associated with creativity due to its musical root.
Shaquan
African name of Ashanti origin meaning "to take up arms" or "to engage in battle," traditionally given to warrior princes and reflecting resilience and strength.
Shariah
Arabic female given name derived from 'shari'ah', meaning 'path' or 'way to follow', and signifies the moral code and religious laws of Islam.
Shariya
Arabic-derived name meaning 'eastern' or 'oriental', associated with hope and positivity.
Sheena
Captivating female name of Sanskrit origin, meaning "woman" or "lady," popularized by figures like Sheena Easton and Sheena Chohan. Its popularity in the West stems from A. Merritt's 1937 novel "Sheena, Queen of the Jungle," where it symbolizes strength and independence. Notable bearers include actresses Ursula Andress and Indian poet Sheena Bhattacharjee.
Shem
Hebrew name meaning 'name' or 'reputation'. It appears in the Bible as one of Noah's sons and is considered a patriarch in Jewish tradition.
Shivanshi
Unisex Hindi name composed of 'Shiva', the Hindu god of destruction and transformation, and 'ansh', meaning 'part'.
Shukrona
Arabic name meaning 'grateful', popular among Muslims to express thanksgiving and appreciate its symbolic significance in Islamic faith.
Shylynn
Blend of Shannon (meaning "wisdom" from Ireland) and Lynn ("from the hill/lake"), creating a unique modern girl's name with no specific combined meaning but evoking images of intelligence and beauty.
Sifa
African Swahili origin, signifies 'praise,' expressing gratitude and admiration.
Silvie
French origin, meaning "woods" or "forest", and is a feminine form of Sylvestre, derived from the Latin word "silva". It has been used since the Middle Ages in France, gaining popularity during the Renaissance period. Today, it remains relatively rare but is most commonly found in French-speaking countries.
Sithara
Uncommon yet enchanting Indian girl's name derived from 'Sitaram,' meaning 'auspicious' in Sanskrit.
Skailynn
Unique, recently created name, with unclear origins, possibly inspired by Celtic mythology or blended from names like Skye and Lynn.
Skylen
Scottish male given name derived from the surname Skye, associated with the Isle of Skye in the Inner Hebrides. Its meaning is believed to be 'of Skye'.
Smaya
Elegant Arabic name derived from 'asma', meaning 'praises' or 'names', invoking Allah's blessings.
Sohail
Persian name meaning "star," derived from "shah" (king) and "ayla" (night).
Solaire
Rare yet captivating given name of Latin origin, meaning 'relating to or derived from the sun,' evoking strength and confidence.
Soliel
The radiant name Soleil originates from French 'soleil', meaning 'sun'.