Shanti
boy nameShanti entered the US charts in 1970, peaked at #2558 in 1971, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1970–2025
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rank today
#2558
peak (1971)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #3795 |
| 1980s | #4906 |
| 1990s | #8435 |
Living bearers
About 100 people named Shanti are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Shanti alive today was born around 1977, making them about 48 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Shanti in 2025?
- Shanti is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Shanti most popular?
- Shanti peaked in 1971, reaching #2558 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Shanti with classmates?
- Shanti will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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