Shanette Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Shanette is a modern English name that means 'Little Shannon' or 'small river.' It evolved from the Irish name Shannon and gained popularity in the late 20th century. The name reflects traits of creativity and individuality, with no biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Shanette"
Pronunciation
/ʃəˈnɛt/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
The name Shanette is a diminutive form derived from the name 'Shannon,' which has Irish origins. It combines 'Shan' with the suffix '-ette,' often used in English to denote a feminine or diminutive form.
Meaning
Little Shannon or small river
Language Evolution
Shannon, Shanette
Historical Usage
Shanette gained popularity in the late 20th century as a feminine given name, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Shan, Shanna, Shanice
Modern Popularity & Image
Shanette is seen as a unique and modern name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Shanette Wilson, a contemporary artist, Shanette Parker, a prominent figure in social activism
📊 Shanette Name Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Shanette Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 45 peak births in 1972
Geographic Spread
Popular across 4 US states, with strongest presence in New York
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 4 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Shanette"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Shanette"
"Shanette" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 11010th of 12526 | 10 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2846th of 19264 | 407 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 4013th of 27321 | 379 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 22155th of 35406 | 30 |
Regional Popularity of "Shanette" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Shanette" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
73.41% 2557th/3483 |
93.83% 3301st/3518 |
71.44% 2889th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
57.16% 2558th/4475 |
100.00% 5194th/5194 |
75.86% 4792nd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Shanette"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Shanette" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Shanette" in the United States
The name Shanette is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Shanette has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Shanette' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 11010th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2846th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4013th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 22155th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Shanette' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.