Shania Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Shania is a name of Native American origin, meaning 'I’m on my way'. It evolved from Ojibwe to modern English and is associated with traits of independence and strength. There is no biblical relevance. The name gained popularity in the 1990s, largely influenced by the fame of Shania Twain, and remains a trendy choice today.
The name Shania is most popular in New Mexico, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) 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, Shania has been stalled for female in MidWest, too falling for female in Northeast, falling for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, falling for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Shania' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5885th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 945th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 435th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1809th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Shania' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Shania"
Pronunciation
/ʃəˈnaɪə/
Origin
Native American (Ojibwe)
Etymology
The name Shania is derived from the Ojibwe word meaning 'I’m on my way' or 'to be on the way'. It was popularized by the Canadian singer Shania Twain.
Meaning
I’m on my way
Language Evolution
Ojibwe: Shania, Modern English: Shania
Historical Usage
The name Shania began gaining popularity in the 1990s, particularly due to the success of Shania Twain, which helped introduce the name to a wider audience.
Variants & Derivatives
Shanaya, Shanai
Modern Popularity & Image
Shania is perceived as a modern and trendy name, often associated with strength and independence due to its association with Shania Twain.
Famous People
Shania Twain, Shania M. McGee
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Shania"
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 "Shania"
"Shania" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 5885th of 19264 | 133 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 945th of 27321 | 3,001 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 435th of 35406 | 11,223 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1809th of 30306 | 1,387 |
Regional Popularity of "Shania" 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 "Shania" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
19.95% 735th/3685 |
19.96% 893rd/4475 |
18.46% 959th/5194 |
15.67% 990th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
9.93% 455th/4582 |
6.16% 318th/5164 |
5.32% 389th/7313 |
8.75% 653rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
48.04% 1914th/3984 |
34.30% 1539th/4487 |
25.51% 1740th/6822 |
41.94% 2632nd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Shania"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Shania" 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.