Shalona
Shalona is a girl baby name. Ranked #28,261 in the US, popular nicknames include Sha, Shy, and Shaie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Shalona first appeared in US Social Security records in 1970.
Over 108 babies have been named Shalona in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Shalona is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #28,261 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #28,261
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
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About the Name Shalona
Shalona is a girl name .
Shalona is currently ranked #28,261 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Shalona include Sha, Shy, Shaie, and Shalie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Shalona include Shalom . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis