Shantoya
girl nameShantoya entered the US charts in 1978, peaked at #8128 in 1981, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1978–2025
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rank today
#8128
peak (1981)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #9750 |
| 1980s | #9811 |
| 1990s | #9936 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Shantoya are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Shantoya alive today was born around 1989, making them about 36 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Shantoya in 2025?
- Shantoya is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Shantoya most popular?
- Shantoya peaked in 1981, reaching #8128 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Shantoya with classmates?
- Shantoya will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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