Shanya Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationSHAHN-yah / /ˈʃɑːn.jə/Sanskrit; Hebrew
Meaning
Sanskrit: 'eminent'; Hebrew: 'God is gracious'
Historical & Cultural Background
Shanya is a name that has roots in both Sanskrit and Hebrew. In Sanskrit, it is often associated with qualities of prominence and excellence. The Hebrew interpretation connects it to divine grace. The name has gained popularity in various cultures, reflecting a blend of spiritual and positive attributes.
Trend Summary
Shanya has seen a modest rise in popularity in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Shania
- Shana
International Variants
- Shania (English)
- Shanaya (Hindi)
Famous people named Shanya
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Shanya was first seen in the United States in 1969. Shanya has ranked as high as #1139 nationally, which occurred in 2003, and has been most popular in New York, Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, and North Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Shanya has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Shanya (2012)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NC | 5 | |
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1969 | 7 |
| 1970 | 8 |
| 1972 | 9 |
| 1974 | 7 |
| 1975 | 5 |
| 1977 | 8 |
| 1978 | 6 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1980 | 12 |
| 1981 | 8 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1986 | 6 |
| 1987 | 10 |
| 1988 | 13 |
| 1989 | 10 |
| 1990 | 7 |
| 1991 | 8 |
| 1992 | 8 |
| 1993 | 5 |
| 1994 | 7 |
| 1995 | 19 |
| 1996 | 87 |
| 1997 | 34 |
| 1998 | 67 |
| 1999 | 130 |
| 2000 | 125 |
| 2001 | 134 |
| 2002 | 135 |
| 2003 | 182 |
| 2004 | 158 |
| 2005 | 167 |
| 2006 | 138 |
| 2007 | 114 |
| 2008 | 105 |
| 2009 | 96 |
| 2010 | 54 |
| 2011 | 47 |
| 2012 | 39 |
| 2013 | 25 |
| 2014 | 20 |
| 2015 | 15 |
| 2016 | 25 |
| 2017 | 16 |
| 2018 | 15 |
| 2019 | 10 |
| 2020 | 10 |
| 2021 | 11 |
| 2022 | 7 |
| 2023 | 9 |
| 2024 | 7 |