Shay
boy name#1976 in 2025Shay entered the US charts in 1932, peaked at #833 in 1991, ranks #1976 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1932–2025
#1976
rank today
#833
peak (1991)
77
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1930s | #3776 |
| 1950s | #3936 |
| 1960s | #2109 |
| 1970s | #978 |
| 1980s | #1039 |
| 1990s | #1077 |
| 2000s | #1614 |
| 2010s | #2045 |
| 2020s | #1747 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Shay has been most popular in CA, NY, PA.
Living bearers
About 4,800 people named Shay are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Shay alive today was born around 1995, making them about 30 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Shay in 2025?
- Shay ranks #1976 among US boy names in 2025, with 77 babies given the name.
- When was the name Shay most popular?
- Shay peaked in 1991, reaching #833 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Shay with classmates?
- Shay will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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