Shanti Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Shanti is a name of Sanskrit origin meaning peace or tranquility. It traces back through various historical forms in Sanskrit and its derivatives. The name is often associated with positive traits such as calmness and serenity. It does not have a biblical background, and it gained popularity in the 20th century within cultures influenced by Hinduism and Buddhism.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Shanti"
Pronunciation
/ˈʃɑːnti/
Origin
Sanskrit
Etymology
The name Shanti derives from the Sanskrit word 'śānti', which means peace or tranquility.
Meaning
peace, tranquility
Language Evolution
Sanskrit: शान्ति (śānti), Prakrit: शान्ति (sānti), Pali: शान्ति (santi)
Historical Usage
The name Shanti has been used in various cultures influenced by Hinduism and Buddhism, gaining popularity in the 20th century as a symbol of peace.
Variants & Derivatives
Shanty, Shant, Shanta
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Shanti is perceived positively as a name associated with peace and calmness, often chosen by parents seeking a meaningful name.
Famous People
Shanti Das, an American music executive, Shanti Mohan, an Indian entrepreneur
📊 Shanti Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Girl Name Trend
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✨ Shanti Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 77 peak births in 2003
Geographic Spread
Popular across 8 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 6 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Shanti"
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 "Shanti"
"Shanti" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3998th of 10718 | 107 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 9965th of 16616 | 33 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2380th of 19264 | 533 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3465th of 27321 | 462 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3652nd of 35406 | 636 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 6080th of 30306 | 243 |
Regional Popularity of "Shanti" 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) |
- | - | - |
43.60% 1763rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
67.73% 3031st/4475 |
- | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Shanti" 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) |
89.27% 2622nd/2937 |
58.54% 2039th/3483 |
95.37% 3355th/3518 |
37.71% 1525th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
88.39% 3257th/3685 |
100.00% 4475th/4475 |
100.00% 5194th/5194 |
44.26% 2796th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
74.90% 3868th/5164 |
49.13% 3593rd/7313 |
37.33% 2786th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
94.70% 3773rd/3984 |
- |
92.10% 6283rd/6822 |
75.94% 4766th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Shanti"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Shanti" 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 "Shanti" in the United States
The name Shanti is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Shanti has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Shanti' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3998th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 9965th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2380th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3465th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3652nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6080th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Shanti' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.