Shanga
boy nameShanga entered the US charts in 1976, peaked at #2777 in 1979, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1976–2025
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rank today
#2777
peak (1979)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #3956 |
| 1980s | #5484 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Shanga are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Shanga alive today was born around 1979, making them about 46 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Shanga in 2025?
- Shanga is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Shanga most popular?
- Shanga peaked in 1979, reaching #2777 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Shanga with classmates?
- Shanga will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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