Shalayah is of Arabic origin, derived from the word 'shala', meaning 'calm' or 'peaceful'. It is predominantly used as a feminine given name and is often seen in various spellings such as Shalaya, Shalayha, and Shalah. The name gained popularity in English-speaking countries during the late 20th century but remains relatively uncommon compared to more traditional names. Shalayah is not associated with any specific saint or religious figure, making it a unique choice for parents looking for an uncommon yet meaningful name for their child.
The name Shalayah has seen a fluctuating number of births over the past three decades, with peaks occurring around the late 90s and mid-2010s. The most popular years for the name were 2012 with 10 births and 2007 with 8 births. Despite its ups and downs in popularity, Shalayah has consistently been chosen for roughly five babies each year on average since the late 90s, with a total of 111 babies named Shalayah between 1993 and 2020.