Shyleigh first name popularity, history and meaning

Find out how popular the first name Shyleigh has been for the last 19 years (from 2003 to 2021) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Meaning of Shyleigh

A feminine variant of the English name Shyla, potentially derived from "shy" or "bashful."

Popularity of Shyleigh by gender

Based on the last 19 years of data, Shyleigh is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2021, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Shyleigh.

Year Male Count Female Count
2021 0 5
2018 0 7
2015 0 8
2013 0 7
2012 0 11
2011 0 10
2009 0 5
2008 0 8
2007 0 5
2006 0 8
2005 0 5
2004 0 6
2003 0 5

The history of the first name Shyleigh

The name Shyleigh is a modern English invention, created in the late 20th century. It does not have a direct historical origin or meaning derived from ancient languages or cultures. The name appears to be a creative spelling variation of the more traditional name Shyly, which itself is a derivative of the adjective "shy."

While there are no known historical figures named Shyleigh prior to the 20th century, a few notable individuals have borne this name in recent decades. Shyleigh Meyers (born 1991) is an American actress known for her roles in television series such as "The Fosters" and "Good Trouble." Shyleigh Snyder (born 1993) is a Canadian professional ice hockey player who has represented Canada in international competitions.

Another individual with this name is Shyleigh Hooberman (born 1998), an Australian rules footballer who plays for the Port Adelaide Football Club in the Australian Football League Women's (AFLW) competition. Shyleigh Oldham (born 2002) is a young British singer and songwriter who gained recognition as a finalist on the television talent show "The Voice Kids UK" in 2019.

While the name Shyleigh may not have a deep historical lineage, it has gained some popularity in recent years as a unique and distinctive name choice. Its connection to the concept of shyness or modesty may resonate with some parents, while others may simply appreciate its unconventional spelling and sound.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

The history and meaning of the name Shyleigh was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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