Shant Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationshant / /ʃænt/Sanskrit; Hebrew
Meaning
Sanskrit: peace; Hebrew: to be quiet
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Shant has roots in Sanskrit, where it signifies peace and tranquility. In Hebrew, it conveys the idea of quietness or calmness. The name is relatively uncommon in Western cultures but may be more familiar in regions influenced by Indian culture. It reflects a serene quality, appealing to parents seeking a name with a peaceful connotation.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Shant was first seen in the United States in 1972. Shant has ranked as high as #1194 nationally, which occurred in 1991, and has been most popular in California, and Massachusetts. In the past 5 years the name Shant has been trending about the same compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Shant (2021)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1972 | 7 |
| 1974 | 9 |
| 1975 | 7 |
| 1976 | 10 |
| 1977 | 9 |
| 1978 | 7 |
| 1979 | 9 |
| 1980 | 18 |
| 1981 | 15 |
| 1982 | 21 |
| 1983 | 17 |
| 1984 | 15 |
| 1985 | 24 |
| 1986 | 23 |
| 1987 | 22 |
| 1988 | 20 |
| 1989 | 28 |
| 1990 | 16 |
| 1991 | 33 |
| 1992 | 20 |
| 1993 | 31 |
| 1994 | 22 |
| 1995 | 31 |
| 1996 | 20 |
| 1997 | 15 |
| 1998 | 31 |
| 1999 | 30 |
| 2000 | 22 |
| 2001 | 19 |
| 2002 | 22 |
| 2003 | 18 |
| 2004 | 25 |
| 2005 | 14 |
| 2006 | 19 |
| 2007 | 18 |
| 2008 | 11 |
| 2009 | 17 |
| 2010 | 13 |
| 2011 | 7 |
| 2012 | 16 |
| 2013 | 12 |
| 2015 | 12 |
| 2016 | 11 |
| 2017 | 14 |
| 2019 | 10 |
| 2020 | 12 |
| 2021 | 6 |
| 2023 | 9 |