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American unisex names starting with S bring together a distinct cultural heritage and a satisfying first letter. Whether you're drawn to American tradition or simply love how S names sound, these names all carry authentic roots.

American Unisex names starting with S

  • 100 American unisex names begin with S
  • All names include full etymology from American naming tradition
  • American names are known for their distinct cultural identity and staying power
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American Unisex Names Starting With S

100 unisex names of American origin beginning with S

#127
American
A woodcutter or someone who saws wood.
#506
American
A compound name, combining 'Shawn' with 'dale', meaning 'valley'.
#508
American
Shade, shadow
#547
American↑ Rising
A creative spelling of the number 'seven'.
#551
American
a modern feminine variation of the name Shaquille, associated with the Arabic word for 'to be' which evokes strength.
#551
American
A feminine form of the name 'Shawn', which means 'God is gracious'.
#552
American
Heavenly, celestial
#564
American
Bright meadow
#603
American
Sea maiden
#612
American
modern English
#630
American
Derived from the Arabic word for 'to shake' or 'to disturb', often used in creative or artistic contexts.
#666
American
the one who is shameful or one to be admired
#673
American
A variant of 'shadow'; a dark figure or reflection.
#676
American
Spanish
#689
American
A modern coined name combining African American cultural elements.
#708
American
star field
#771
American
from the steep valley
#777
American
The time of day when the sun sets
#782
American
from the valley
#802
American↑ Rising
The number seven, often associated with luck or completeness.
#815
American
Variant of Shirley, meaning 'bright clearing' or 'bright meadow'
#819
American
a place of peace
#822
American↑ Rising
To explore or gather information.
#857
American
from the land of peace
#872
American
scholar
#878
American
gifted
#896
American
Possibly a variation or blend of the names 'Samara' meaning 'guardian' and 'Jae' which can mean 'to be' or 'a bird' in some contexts.
#906
American↑ Rising
A modern variant of the name James.
#932
American
Scholar
#953
American
A form of Sharon, meaning 'a plain' or 'a fertile plain'
#960
American
wise, sage
#984
American
Derived from the Hebrew word 'shalom' meaning 'peace' and 'amar' which can translate to 'to say' or 'to speak'.
#993
American
Possibly derived from the name Shay, meaning 'admirable' or 'hawk'
#996
American
god is gracious
#1019
American
blessed, happy
#1064
American
A beloved name with deep roots
#1072
American
Sincere; genuine
#1077
American↑ Rising
One who sails or works on a ship.
#1110
American
A beloved name with deep roots
#1132
American
Sincere; genuine
#1162
American
Scholar; Sheltering
#1165
American
A variant of the name Savanna, referring to a treeless plain.
#1215
American
Derived from 'stone', symbolizing strength, durability, or a steadfast nature.
#1216
American
A term of endearment or a sweet substance.
#1254
American
land of the sky
#1265
American
A beloved name with deep roots
#1284
American
God is my strength
#1287
American
creative spelling of 'Shaden'; implies 'shade' or 'shadow'
#1294
American
a modern invented name, possibly a variant of 'Chanel' or merging of 'Sharon' and 'Melanie'
#1296
American
Shining light
#1318
American
A type of rock
#1333
American
God is gracious
#1333
American
Dweller by the public square
#1340
American
A beloved name with deep roots
#1342
American
A variation of Skylar, meaning 'scholar' or 'eternal life'
#1357
American
told by God
#1392
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Derived from the name 'Stacy' which means 'resurrection'.
#1396
American
A feminine form of Scott, meaning 'from Scotland'
#1412
American
African American Vernacular English
#1427
American
scholar; student
#1435
American
A beloved name with deep roots
#1443
American
Derived from 'sylvestris', meaning 'of the forest'.; A modern variant suggesting 'of the woods'.
#1443
American
A feminine form of Michael, meaning 'who is like God'.
#1457
American
God is gracious
#1461
American
Scholar
#1465
American
from the old city
#1476
American
scholar, student
#1479
American
a variant of Shona or flowery
#1489
American
Wisdom
#1527
American
A variant of 'Skylar', meaning 'scholar' or 'fugitive'
#1543
American
A beloved name with deep roots
#1571
American
a tumultuous weather event; symbolizes strength and power
#1623
American
A modern feminine name, possibly a blend of 'San' and 'Trell'.
#1630
American
A modern invented name, possibly a blend of 'Sha' and 'Quane'.
#1632
American
A beloved name with deep roots
#1643
American
A beloved name with deep roots
#1656
American
A form of the name 'Schuyler', meaning 'scholar' or 'protection'.
#1663
American
Scholar or sky dweller
#1664
American
the one who is like a protector
#1715
American
Modern invented name, likely derived from Sharon
#1719
American
From the old town
#1733
American↑ Rising
Meaning 'admirable'.
#1788
American
derived from Shirley, meaning 'bright meadow'
#1797
American
to sing or to announce
#1887
American
A modern name likely derived from combining elements of names like Shon and Dale.
#1896
American
derived from the word 'star', symbolizing brightness and aspiration.
#1899
American
Bright or shining
#1905
American
A variation of 'Zakaria', meaning 'God has remembered'.
#1907
American
To be graceful
#1925
American↑ Rising
The highest point; peak.
#1942
American
gifted
#1995
American
A modern name, potentially derived from the word 'serene', implying calmness and tranquility.
#2884
American↑ Rising
To shine, brightening
#3041
American↑ Rising
Refers to the precious metal silver, symbolizing purity and wealth.
#3826
American↑ Rising
peaceful, tranquil
#4098
American↑ Rising
From the eye
#4587
American
Blessed
#4719
American↑ Rising
Sonny, little son
#4977
American↑ Rising
A variant of 'Sage', meaning wise or healthy.
#5028
American
told by God

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