Gift or worthy of praise
The name Shaiya is often considered a modern variation of the Hebrew name Shai, meaning 'gift'. It may also be linked to Arabic roots meaning 'worthy of praise' or 'distinguished'. Its usage in the United States is rare, often chosen for its soft phonetic appeal and cross-cultural versatility.
Less common today
Shaiya isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #12,678 in 2023.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
