Where Does the Shay Surname Come From?

Families named Shay share their surname's story with Shea, of which it is a variant.

What is the meaning of Shay?

Taken at its root, Shay points to “Descendant of Séaghdha ("hawk-like")”.

Is Shay the same name as Shea?

Shay is listed among the recognised spellings of Shea. The same family of names includes O'Shea and Shee.

Is there a Shay coat of arms?

A coat of arms belongs to a particular family line rather than to everyone named Shay, so the heraldry linked to Shea is a starting point, not an automatic right.

For the full story, order the Shay surname pack.