Shanya Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Shanya is a name of Hindi origin meaning 'eminent' or 'distinguished.' It evolved from the historical form 'Shanaya.' The name embodies traits of grace and elegance, with no biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the late 20th century, especially within Indian communities.
The name Shanya is most popular in South Carolina, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the South 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, Shanya has been stalled for female in MidWest, 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 MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Shanya' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 8445th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6404th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1824th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7820th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Shanya' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Shanya"
Pronunciation
/ˈʃeɪn.jə/
Origin
Hindi
Etymology
Shanya is derived from the Hindi word 'Shanaya,' which means 'eminent' or 'distinguished.' It is often associated with qualities of grace and elegance.
Meaning
eminent, distinguished, graceful, elegant
Language Evolution
Shanaya, Shanya
Historical Usage
Shanya gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly within Indian communities and among those influenced by Indian culture.
Variants & Derivatives
Shanaya, Shanai, Shan, Shanya
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Shanya is perceived as a modern and elegant name, often favored for its unique sound and cultural significance.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Shanya"
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 "Shanya"
"Shanya" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 8445th of 19264 | 67 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 6404th of 27321 | 194 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1824th of 35406 | 1,725 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 7820th of 30306 | 170 |
Regional Popularity of "Shanya" 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 "Shanya" 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) |
77.96% 2873rd/3685 |
82.53% 3693rd/4475 |
- |
100.00% 6317th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
38.61% 1769th/4582 |
29.88% 1543rd/5164 |
18.61% 1361st/7313 |
55.65% 4153rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Shanya"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Shanya" 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.