All about the name

Shallyn

Female

« Shallyn is a Hebrew-origin female name meaning peace, coined by author Anne Rice for her Vampire Chronicles series, but has since gained independent popularity. »

#28326 since 1900

Meaning, origin, history

Shallyn is a unique and distinctive female given name of Hebrew origin. Its meaning is derived from the Hebrew word "shalom," which translates to peace. The name Shallyn is believed to have been coined by author Anne Rice in her popular novel series, "The Vampire Chronicles." In the books, Shallyn is portrayed as a powerful and enigmatic vampire queen. Despite its fictional origin, the name has gained popularity beyond the pages of these novels and is now recognized as a unique choice for parents seeking a meaningful and captivating name for their daughters.

In numbers

Popularity of the name Shallyn since 1880

Total births
85
Total since 1880
Peak year
1977
14 births
in 2003
5
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
0%
vs previous 5 years