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Shaylee

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Pronounced SHAYL-ee /ˈʃeɪl.i/Medium

Meaning: ClearingMedium

In 30 seconds: Shaylee is a girl's name of Hebrew origin meaning 'clearing'.

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Origin MediumHebrew

MeaningClearing

U.S. rank (2025)#3208 ↘ Falling

2025 U.S. births50 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2007

Total births (all-time)≈ 7,051

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Shaylee carries the meaning 'clearing' and is rooted in Hebrew. It's one of several spellings of a name that has grown popular in English for its bright, two-syllable sound and friendly -lee ending.

The variants Shaylie, Shayleigh, Shayley, Shaelee and Shailee all chase the same pronunciation through different spellings, which is part of the name's modern, flexible appeal.

Did you know? The meaning usually attached to Shaylee is 'clearing', and that core idea is what gives the name most of its long-term appeal.

Overall data confidence 62%

Behind the Name - Shaylee — etymology, usage, pronunciation, and related formsU.S. Social Security Administration — 2024 popularity rank and count supplied in the batch input CSV

Variations

ShaylieShayleighShayleyShaeleeShailee

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Shaylee mean?

Shaylee is usually explained as meaning 'clearing' and is most often linked with Hebrew tradition.

How do you pronounce Shaylee?

It's commonly said SHAYL-ee /ˈʃeɪl.i/.

Is Shaylee a boy or girl name?

In this batch and in recent U.S. usage data, Shaylee is used as a girl name.

How popular is Shaylee?

In 2024, Shaylee ranked #2957 in the U.S. for girls, with 56 births recorded.