Shaneka
girl nameShaneka entered the US charts in 1971, peaked at #914 in 1983, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1971–2025
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rank today
#914
peak (1983)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #2738 |
| 1980s | #1070 |
| 1990s | #2965 |
| 2000s | #13148 |
Living bearers
About 2,600 people named Shaneka are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Shaneka alive today was born around 1986, making them about 39 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Shaneka in 2025?
- Shaneka is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Shaneka most popular?
- Shaneka peaked in 1983, reaching #914 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Shaneka with classmates?
- Shaneka will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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