Shanija
girl nameShanija entered the US charts in 2000, peaked at #11020 in 2001, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 2000–2025
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rank today
#11020
peak (2001)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 2000s | #13534 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Shanija are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Shanija alive today was born around 2002, making them about 23 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Shanija in 2025?
- Shanija is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Shanija most popular?
- Shanija peaked in 2001, reaching #11020 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Shanija with classmates?
- Shanija will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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