Shanaya
girl name#1981 in 2025Shanaya entered the US charts in 1976, peaked at #1098 in 2016, ranks #1981 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1976–2025
#1981
rank today
#1098
peak (2016)
97
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #8923 |
| 1980s | #5394 |
| 1990s | #3528 |
| 2000s | #3051 |
| 2010s | #2116 |
| 2020s | #1773 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Shanaya has been most popular in CA, TX, NJ.
Living bearers
About 3,100 people named Shanaya are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Shanaya is a kid of about 10 — 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 Shanaya in 2025?
- Shanaya ranks #1981 among US girl names in 2025, with 97 babies given the name.
- When was the name Shanaya most popular?
- Shanaya peaked in 2016, reaching #1098 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Shanaya with classmates?
- Shanaya will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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