How Many People Are Named Shaneka?
Complete statistics for the name Shaneka: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Shaneka is a very rare female name, with only 2,608 people bearing it in the US today, making up just 1 in 126,517 Americans. It peaked in popularity back in 1983 with 164 births, and now it's stable, sitting comfortably between classic and modern.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 5 represents adaptability and freedom.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 40All 2,686 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 1983Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Stable
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Shaneka Through the Generations
Shaneka has seen a steady presence through the decades, with its peak occurring in 1983 when 164 babies were given this name. Today, most people named Shaneka are aged 30 to 60, with only 4% under 30 and none over 60, indicating a relatively young demographic. The name's stability suggests it's well-loved by parents who appreciate its unique charm without being too trendy.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Shaneka's modern American coinage roots
📄 About the Name Shaneka
How Many People Have the Name Shaneka?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 2,608 people in the United States currently share the name Shaneka. That works out to roughly 1 in every 126,517 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Shaneka a Common or Rare Name?
Shaneka is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Shaneka Mean?
Shaneka means "creative variant of Ayla" and comes from modern American coinage origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 5.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Shaneka in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.
When Was Shaneka Most Popular?
The name Shaneka reached peak popularity in 1983, with 164 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Shaneka?
Approximately 2,608 people named Shaneka live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 2,686. That works out to roughly 1 in 126,517 Americans.
Is Shaneka a rare name?
Shaneka is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 126,517 Americans has this name.
What does the name Shaneka mean?
Shaneka means "creative variant of Ayla" and comes from modern American coinage origins.
Is Shaneka more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Shaneka are male and 100% are female.
When was Shaneka most popular?
Shaneka peaked in 1983 with 164 births that year. Current trend: Stable.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.