How Many People Are Named Shia?
Complete statistics for the name Shia: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Shia means 'follower' in Arabic, making it a name rich with spiritual connotations. Only 1 in 105,014 Americans are named Shia, highlighting its very rare status among names. With 224 births in 2024, it's clear this is a rising, modern name.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 1 represents leadership and independence.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 12All 3,173 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: 2024Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Shia Through the Generations
Shia, a name that's seen a surge in popularity, particularly among younger generations, stands out for its rarity and modern appeal. Born in the last few decades, most people named Shia are under 30, with only 89 individuals aged between 30 and 60, and just five over 60. This stark age distribution underscores how Shia is predominantly a name of the new millennium, with its peak year being 2024, indicating a strong upward trend in usage.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Shia's Arabic roots
📄 About the Name Shia
How Many People Have the Name Shia?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 308 people in the United States currently share the name Shia. That works out to roughly 1 in every 1,076,134 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Shia a Common or Rare Name?
Shia 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 Shia Mean?
Shia means "follower" and comes from Arabic origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 1.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Shia in SSA data, approximately 67% are male and 33% are female.
When Was Shia Most Popular?
The name Shia reached peak popularity in 2024, with 224 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.
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 Shia?
Approximately 308 people named Shia live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 308. That works out to roughly 1 in 1,076,134 Americans.
Is Shia a rare name?
Shia is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 1,076,134 Americans has this name.
What does the name Shia mean?
Shia means "follower" and comes from Arabic origins.
Is Shia more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 67% of people named Shia are male and 33% are female.
When was Shia most popular?
Shia peaked in 2024 with 224 births that year. Current trend: Rising.
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.