Shanay
boy name#12008 in 2025Shanay entered the US charts in 2017, peaked at #7289 in 2023, ranks #12008 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 2017–2025
#12008
rank today
#7289
peak (2023)
5
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 2010s | #11717 |
| 2020s | #10413 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Shanay are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Shanay is a kid of about 3 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Shanay in 2025?
- Shanay ranks #12008 among US boy names in 2025, with 5 babies given the name.
- When was the name Shanay most popular?
- Shanay peaked in 2023, reaching #7289 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Shanay with classmates?
- Shanay will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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