Shaniel
girl nameShaniel entered the US charts in 1978, peaked at #8562 in 1978, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1978–2025
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rank today
#8562
peak (1978)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #8562 |
| 1980s | #10847 |
| 1990s | #12294 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Shaniel are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Shaniel alive today was born around 1991, making them about 34 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Shaniel in 2025?
- Shaniel is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Shaniel most popular?
- Shaniel peaked in 1978, reaching #8562 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Shaniel with classmates?
- Shaniel will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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