How Many People Are Named Shantia?
Complete statistics for the name Shantia: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Shantia is a rare name, very uncommon in the United States with only 1,062 people bearing it, making up just 1 in 310,612 Americans. The majority of those named Shantia are now in their thirties and forties, with the name peaking in popularity back in 1989.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 9 symbolizes humanitarianism and spiritual enlightenment.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 36All 1,088 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: 1989Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Stable
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Shantia Through the Generations
Shantia has seen a steady presence in the United States since its introduction, with a notable peak in 1989 when 64 babies were given this name. Today, the name is predominantly held by individuals aged between 30 and 60, indicating a stable trend over the decades. With 226 under 30 and none over 60, it suggests a younger generation might be adopting the name again, keeping it relevant but not overly trendy.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Shantia's modern American coinage roots
📄 About the Name Shantia
How Many People Have the Name Shantia?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 1,062 people in the United States currently share the name Shantia. That works out to roughly 1 in every 310,612 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Shantia a Common or Rare Name?
Shantia 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 Shantia Mean?
Shantia means "modern coinage, evokes elegance" and comes from modern American coinage origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 9.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Shantia in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.
When Was Shantia Most Popular?
The name Shantia reached peak popularity in 1989, with 64 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 Shantia?
Approximately 1,062 people named Shantia live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 1,088. That works out to roughly 1 in 310,612 Americans.
Is Shantia a rare name?
Shantia is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 310,612 Americans has this name.
What does the name Shantia mean?
Shantia means "modern coinage, evokes elegance" and comes from modern American coinage origins.
Is Shantia more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Shantia are male and 100% are female.
When was Shantia most popular?
Shantia peaked in 1989 with 64 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.