Holding steady.
Popularity of Shyana since 1986
Babies named Shyana per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 8 |
| 1990s | 97 |
| 2000s | 124 |
| 2010s | 35 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Shyana is a rare name in the United States, first appearing in Social Security records in 1986. It reached its highest usage in 1999, but it has never entered the top 1,000 names, and its trajectory has remained stable. The name's origins are uncertain; it may be a modern invention, influenced by similar-sounding names like Shayana or Shianne. The lack of a clear etymology adds to its mystique, and parents may be drawn to its melodic sound. As of 2025, Shyana continues to be used sparingly, making it a distinctive choice for those seeking a uncommon name.
Shyana is a name of recent coinage, first appearing in U.S. records in 1986. It may be a invented name drawn from fashionable sounds, or a variant of Shayana, which derives from the Sanskrit word 'shayana' meaning 'resting' or 'lying down'. Another possibility is that it is a respelling of Shianne, itself a variant of Cheyenne, the name of a Native American tribe. However, there is no established etymological consensus.
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Shyana
Names that share Shyana's style, for a brother or sister.
