Admirable or hawk-like
Shaylan is a modern name likely derived from the Irish name Shea, meaning 'admirable' or 'stately', combined with the popular 'lan' suffix. It may also be viewed as a variant of Shayla, which has roots in the Gaelic name Síle, or connected to the name Shalan, meaning 'hawk' in some contexts.
Fewer than 5 girls were named Shaylan in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
