7457 Special Baby Names That Start With S

In the world of names, baby names that start with ‘S’ have been popular because of their versatility and strong sound. From classic beauties to cool contemporaries, all kinds of S-letter names have been loved for centuries by people from different cultures. Some researchers believe the letter S is inspired by the Semitic Shin or Sin, also known as ‘tooth.’ It was represented by a bow and pronounced as ‘sh.’ Later, the Greeks adopted the erect version of the letter and called it sigma (Σ). The Romans then adopted the same letter and wrote it as S (1). The letter S is adaptable and, hence, is one of the most commonly used letters in English (2).

Throughout history, several individuals have helped popularize S-letter names by excelling and leaving an indelible mark on their fields of work. The renowned Austrian neurologist Sigmund Freud revolutionized psychology, while American tennis sensation Serena Williams dominated the courts with her unmatchable skill and talent. Even in the entertainment field, there is no dearth of famous personalities with a S-letter name. The world of entertainment also boasts of ‘S’ name stars, from legendary Hollywood actors like Sean Connery and Sylvester Stallone to the immensely talented and stunning actresses Scarlett Johansson and Salma Hayek. The list only keeps growing.

Parents, too seem to be fond of the letter S, as feminine names like the Hebrew Samantha and Sarah and the Greek Sophia have been amongst the most popular names in the US over the last couple of decades. Masculine names such as the Hebrew Samuel and Sean and the Greek Steven too, have dominated the popularity list from time to time (3). Let’s explore some more options and find S names your child would love to flaunt.

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Name		Gender	Meaning
Sophia		Girl	She who possesses great knowledge and wisdom
Sofia		Girl	Wisdom; Learned
Sebastian		Boy	From Sebaste; Venerable
Scarlett		Girl	The color scarlet; Bright red
Samuel		Boy	Name of God
Sophie		Girl	She who is wise
Sadie		Girl	A princess; Noble woman
Silas		Boy	Of the forest
Sarah		Girl	Princess; Noblewoman
Samantha		Girl	God has heard; Name of God
Summer		Girl	Summer time
Sara		Girl	Princess
Selena		Girl	Moon
Simon		Boy	To listen; Hear
Stephen		Boy	Crown; Wreath; Fame; Honor; Reward
Sage		Unisex	Wise and knowledgeable person; A type of aromatic plant
Sean		Boy	God's grace; Gift from God; Yahweh is gracious
Samara		Girl	Guardian; Protected by God
Selah		Girl	Pause; Praise
Serena		Girl	Serene; Tranquil; Clear
Sabrina		Girl	Patient; Persevering; From the river Severn
Santino		Boy	Little saint
Solomon		Boy	Peace
Scarlet		Girl	A form of Scarlett
Saint		Boy	Holy; Saintly
Stephanie		Girl	Crown; Reward
Sarai		Girl	Princess; Noblewoman
Sylvia		Girl	Spirit of the wood; Forest
Seth		Boy	Appointed; Placed
Sonny		Boy	Young boy; Son; Glorious
Saige		Girl	A wise person
Shepherd		Boy	Sheep herder
Sylas		Boy	Of the forest
Soren		Boy	Stern; Severe
Sutton		Boy	Southern homestead
Saul		Boy	Asked; Loaned; Grave
Shiloh		Boy	Tranquil; Abundance; His gift
Sylvie		Girl	Spirit of the wood;
Samson		Boy	One who is like a Sun
Scott		Boy	A person from Scotland
Siena		Girl	A place in Italy
Sam		Boy	The child of the Sun; God has set
Samir		Boy	An entertaining companion
Salem		Boy	Calm; Safe; Complete; Perfect
Sariyah		Girl	Column
Stanley		Boy	Stony woodland or clearing
Saoirse		Girl	Liberty; Freedom
Scout		Girl	To listen; The first explorer
Salma		Girl	Safe; Peaceful
Samira		Girl	A companion in evening conversation
Stormi		Girl	Storm
Salvatore		Boy	Savior; Rescuer; Deliverer
Shepard		Boy	Occupational name; Hearder of sheep
Sariah		Girl	Princess
Soraya		Girl	Rich; Princess
Sandra		Girl	Defender of the people; Protector of humanity
Saanvi		Girl	Follower of Goddess Lakshmi
Stone		Boy	Rock; Stone
Sarahi		Girl	Princess
Shlomo		Boy	One who is peaceful; Who brings peace
Shai		Boy	Gift
Shmuel		Boy	One whose prayers were heard by god
Shimon		Boy	One who is heard
Slade		Boy	He who is from the valley
Seraphina		Girl	Fiery ones
Sapphire		Girl	Blue; Precious gem
Susan		Girl	Lily of the valley; Lotus
Simeon		Boy	Obedient; Listening; Little hyena
Syncere		Unisex	Sincere; Honest
Semaj		Boy	A supplanter; One who follows
Seamus		Boy	One who grips at the heel; One who supplants
Sally		Girl	Princess
Siya		Girl	A woman who always wins
Sonia		Girl	Wisdom
Sharon		Girl	The plain; Princess; Desert plain; Sweet; Fragrance; Honey; From the plain of Sharon
Shia		Boy	Gift of God
Solana		Girl	Sunshine; Melting; The sun; Wind from the East
Selina		Girl	Moon; Greek goddess of the moon
Saniyah		Girl	Pearl; Radiant; Brilliant
Serafina		Girl	Burning ones; Fiery ones; Thrice holy
Sevyn		Unisex	The number seven
Smith		Boy	Blacksmith; To smite; To hit
Sia		Girl	Understanding; Cognziant; To perceive; Summer; Resurrection
Sol		Boy	One who brings peace; Sun; Calm
Samiyah		Girl	She who is exalted; Much praised
Safiya		Girl	One who is pure
Skylynn		Unisex	Beautiful sky
Salome		Girl	She who gives peace
Susanna		Girl	Lily; Lotus; True beauty
Shoshana		Girl	Lily, Rose, Lotus
Suri		Girl	Princess; Red rose; Noblewoman; Sage; Sun
Shyla		Girl	A form of Sheila; Daughter of the mountain
Sammy		Boy	Name of God
Sanai		Girl	Genius in set of certain skills, subjects, lessons in life
Stellan		Boy	Peaceful one; Calm; Star
Sir		Unisex	Honorable masculine title
Steele		Boy	A surname; A man of steel; One who works with steel
Sofie		Girl	Wisdom
Shay		Boy	Fine; Favorable; Learned; Gift
Sultan		Boy	He is a King; A Sultan; He rules others

Infographic: Baby Names Beginning With Letter S

From timeless classics to modern favorites, baby names starting with the letter S offer a wide variety of options. These names are found in many cultures and languages, each coming with its own unique origin and history. If you're seeking a meaningful S-letter name, the infographic below is for you. Explore the different types of S-letter names you can consider for your little darling.

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