Shatoya Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Shatoya is an African American name believed to be a modern creation. It does not have a widely recognized meaning but is often associated with individuality. The name has evolved in contemporary usage since the late 20th century and is viewed as fashionable and distinctive, with no significant biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Shatoya"
Pronunciation
/ʃəˈtɔɪə/
Origin
African American
Etymology
The name Shatoya is believed to be a modern creation, combining elements that may be related to names like 'Toya' or 'Shay,' with an African American linguistic influence.
Meaning
The name does not have a widely recognized meaning but is often associated with individuality and uniqueness.
Language Evolution
Shatoya
Historical Usage
Shatoya emerged in the late 20th century as part of a trend of unique and creative names among African American communities.
Variants & Derivatives
Toya, Shay, Shayla
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Shatoya is perceived as a distinctive and modern name, often seen as fashionable and unique within contemporary naming trends.
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✨ Shatoya Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 62 peak births in 1988
Geographic Spread
Popular across 7 US states, with strongest presence in Florida
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 3 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Shatoya"
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 "Shatoya"
"Shatoya" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 6998th of 19264 | 98 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2688th of 27321 | 665 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 14985th of 35406 | 77 |
Regional Popularity of "Shatoya" 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 "Shatoya" 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) |
- |
74.85% 2607th/3483 |
- | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
72.86% 2685th/3685 |
48.72% 2180th/4475 |
43.03% 2235th/5194 |
63.21% 3993rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Shatoya"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Shatoya" 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 "Shatoya" in the United States
The name Shatoya is most popular in Florida, 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, Shatoya 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, 'Shatoya' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6998th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2688th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 14985th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Shatoya' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.