What does Shani mean?

Hebrew: 'God is gracious'; African: 'to be born on a Saturday'

Is Shani a boy, girl, or unisex name?

Shani is commonly used as a Girl name.

How popular is Shani?

It’s currently ranked #932 in the U.S. Recent trend: Stable.

How do you pronounce Shani?

SHAH-nee · IPA: //ˈʃɑːni//

Shani Boy

Popularity: — · Trend: → Stable

Origin(s)

PronunciationSHAH-nee / ˈʃɑːni

Hebrew; African

Meaning

Hebrew: 'God is gracious'; African: 'peaceful'

Historical & Cultural Background

In Hebrew culture, Shani is often associated with grace and kindness. The name has also been used in various African cultures, where it can signify peace and tranquility. It is a name that reflects positive attributes and is sometimes chosen for its spiritual significance. The name has gained some popularity in diverse communities.

Trend Summary

The name Shani has seen limited popularity in the United States.

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Famous people named Shani

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Fictional characters named Shani

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Sibling Suggestions

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Shani was first seen in the United States in 1975. Shani has ranked as high as #1159 nationally, which occurred in 1988, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Shani has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Shani

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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

Year	Births
1975	6
1988	6
2000	5