Shanayah Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationsha-NAY-uh / /ʃəˈneɪə/Hebrew; Arabic; English
Meaning
God is gracious (Hebrew); a variation of Shania (Arabic); a modern English creation
Historical & Cultural Background
In Hebrew, Shanayah is derived from the name Hannah, meaning 'grace.' In Arabic, it can be linked to Shania, which conveys a sense of 'emotional' or 'expressive.' The name has also emerged in English-speaking contexts as a modern name, reflecting contemporary naming trends that favor unique and melodic sounds.
Trend Summary
The name has seen a rise in usage as part of modern naming trends.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Shanaya
- Shania
- Shanai
International Variants
- Shania (English)
- Shanai (English)
Famous people named Shanayah
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Fictional characters named Shanayah
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Shanayah was first seen in the United States in 1996. Shanayah has ranked as high as #1290 nationally, which occurred in 1999, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Shanayah has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Shanayah
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1996 | 5 |
| 1999 | 8 |
| 2000 | 5 |
| 2001 | 8 |
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2005 | 6 |
| 2007 | 6 |
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2010 | 6 |
| 2017 | 7 |
| 2022 | 7 |
| 2024 | 6 |