| Meaning | admirable |
| Origin | Hebrew, Irish |
| Gender | gender neutral |
| Opposite gender | Shae |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 4 |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Syllabification | Shae |
Bold simplicity defines this striking one-syllable wonder. Shae makes a statement through minimalism, proving that brevity can carry tremendous impact. The name feels simultaneously modern and timeless, edgy yet elegant. Its single syllable punches through with clarity and confidence, never getting lost in introductions or roll calls. Parents who appreciate streamlined aesthetics will love its clean efficiency. The spelling adds just enough visual interest to elevate it beyond overly simple, while pronunciation remains completely intuitive. This name pairs exceptionally well with longer middle names or complex surnames, providing balance and breathing room. It suits strong personalities and creative spirits equally well. The name works across ages and contexts, from art galleries to athletic fields, from tech startups to traditional offices. For those seeking maximum impact with minimum syllables, Shae delivers sophisticated punch in a perfectly compact package.
| Shay |
| Shaesie |
| Shaesy |
| Shae Summers | American adult film actress |
| Shae-Lynn Bourne | Canadian figure skater and choreographer |
| Shae Wilbur | American television host and journalist |
| Shae Brandy | Australian singer-songwriter |
| Shae Smolik | American child actress |
| Shae Marks | American model and actress |
| Shae D'lyn | American actress |
| Shae-Lynn Didrick | Canadian field hockey player |
| Shae Graham | American retired soccer player |
| Shae Bentley | Australian netball player |
| Shae DePasquale | American professional surfer |
| Shae Brennan | Australian actress and singer |
| Shae Bolton | Australian softball player |
| Shae Foudy | American stand-up paddleboarder |
| Shae Murphy | British athlete and coach |
| Shae-Lynn Endersby | Canadian former swimmer |
| Shae Hutchinson | Australian rules footballer |
| Shae Lee Shackleford | American beauty pageant titleholder |
| Shae Martinez | American dancer and actress |
| Shae | Character in the TV series "Game of Thrones" |
| Shae Stonewood | Character in the video game "Baldur's Gate" |
| Shae Cognomen | Character in the novel "Dune" by Frank Herbert |
| Shae | Character in the webcomic "Gunnerkrigg Court" by Tom Siddell |
| Shae Stormshadow | Character in the video game "Neverwinter Nights" |
| Shae | Character in the novel "Heir to the Shadows" by Anne Bishop |
| Shae | Character in the TV series "The Walking Dead" |
| Shae | Character in the video game "Child of Light" |
| Shae | Character in the novel "Storm of Shadows" by Christina Dodd |
| Shae | Character in the novel "Frost Burned" by Patricia Briggs |
| Shae | Character in the video game "Mass Effect 3" |
| Shae | Character in the novel "Hidden" by Kelley Armstrong |
| Shae | Character in the webcomic "Unsounded" by Ashley Cope |
| Shae | Character in the video game "Monster Prom" |
| Shae | Character in the novel "The Emperor's Arrow" by Lauren D.M. Smith |
| Shae | Character in the TV series "Gotham" |
| Shae | Character in the novel "A Storm of Swords" by George R.R. Martin |
| Shae | Character in the video game "Star Wars - The Old Republic" |
| Shae | Character in the novel "Ill Wind" by Rachel Caine |
| Shae | Character in the webcomic "Scurry" by Mac Smith |