Holding steady.
Popularity of Sheyna since 1975
Babies named Sheyna per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 27 |
| 1980s | 50 |
| 1990s | 69 |
| 2000s | 45 |
| 2010s | 5 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Sheyna is a Yiddish-origin name meaning 'beautiful,' related to the Hebrew Shoshana. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1975 and saw its peak usage in 1991, though it has never ranked in the top 1000, making it a rare but steady choice. The name's trajectory has been stable, with a consistent but low level of use, reflecting its niche appeal. As a variant of Shaina, it represents a modest but enduring presence in American naming patterns, often chosen by families with Jewish heritage or those seeking a melodic, feminine name with cultural depth.
Sheyna is a variant of the Yiddish name Shaina, which derives from the Yiddish word 'shayn' meaning 'beautiful'. It is ultimately a cognate of the Hebrew name Shoshana, meaning 'lily' or 'rose'. The name gained popularity among Ashkenazi Jewish communities in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, and has been used in English-speaking countries since the mid-20th century.
“Sheyna” around the world
Where Sheyna lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Shay, Shey
Sibling names for Sheyna
Names that share Sheyna's style, for a brother or sister.
