Holding steady.
Popularity of Shayon since 1985
Babies named Shayon per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1980s | 7 | 5 |
| 1990s | 0 | 40 |
| 2000s | 0 | 40 |
| 2010s | 0 | 17 |
| 2020s | 0 | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Shayon is a rare given name, first recorded in the United States in 1985. Its peak usage occurred in 1998, though it has never ranked among the top 1000 names nationally. The name has seen a stable trajectory through the 1990s and 2000s, with consistent but low usage. Unlike many names that experience sudden revivals, Shayon's popularity has remained steady, neither rising nor falling dramatically over the decades. The name does not appear in top state rankings, indicating its rarity across the country. Shayon is most commonly found within South Asian communities, reflecting its Bengali and Hindi roots.
Shayon is a name of South Asian origin, possibly derived from the Sanskrit word 'shayana' meaning 'rest' or 'sleep'. It is also a variant transliteration of the Bengali name 'Shayon', which holds cultural significance in Bengali-speaking communities. The name has been in modern use since the late 20th century, particularly in India and the Bengali diaspora.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Shay
Sibling names for Shayon
Names that share Shayon's style, for a brother or sister.
