Shanele
girl nameShanele entered the US charts in 1978, peaked at #6335 in 1987, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1978–2025
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rank today
#6335
peak (1987)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #9980 |
| 1980s | #8361 |
| 1990s | #12013 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Shanele are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Shanele 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 Shanele in 2025?
- Shanele is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Shanele most popular?
- Shanele peaked in 1987, reaching #6335 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Shanele with classmates?
- Shanele will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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