Holding steady.
Popularity of Shaleen since 1945
Babies named Shaleen per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1986, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Shaleen's real moment was 1974.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1940s | 6 |
| 1950s | 6 |
| 1960s | 65 |
| 1970s | 163 |
| 1980s | 174 |
| 1990s | 102 |
| 2000s | 31 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Shaleen is a rare American given name first recorded in 1945, with its peak usage occurring in 1974. The name has never ranked in the top 1000 names, reflecting its uncommon status. Its trajectory is stable, meaning it has maintained a small but consistent number of births over time. While the etymology is uncertain, Shaleen likely emerged as a modern creation, possibly influenced by the -leen suffix found in names like Kathleen. Because it has no clear linguistic roots or historical bearers, Shaleen remains a distinctive choice for parents seeking a rare and melodic name.
Shaleen is a relatively modern name, first recorded in the United States in 1945. It may be a creative combination of the popular prefix Sha- with the -leen suffix (as seen in names like Kathleen or Eileen), or an Anglicized form of similar-sounding names from other cultures. The name saw its peak usage in the 1970s but has remained consistently rare.
Sibling names for Shaleen
Names that share Shaleen's style, for a brother or sister.
