Shanta
boy nameShanta entered the US charts in 1971, peaked at #2473 in 1978, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1971–2025
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rank today
#2473
peak (1978)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #3563 |
| 1980s | #5376 |
Living bearers
About 100 people named Shanta are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Shanta alive today was born around 1978, making them about 47 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Shanta in 2025?
- Shanta is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Shanta most popular?
- Shanta peaked in 1978, reaching #2473 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Shanta with classmates?
- Shanta will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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