Shota
Does Shota flow with your last name?
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
Reviewed by the NamingEverything Editorial Team · Updated
Similar Names
Names Like Shota
Same sound, same style — different options
Nicknames
Nicknames for Shota
4 shorthand options for every setting
Meaning & Origin
Playground Safety
Similar to Shota
See all →What the Shota report tells you
$9Personalized to your state, siblings, and priorities. Free playground safety preview included.
Is Shota the #1 name in your state, or barely on the radar?
Enter your other kids' names. We score how well they sound together.
Playground safety check is free. Full report is $9.
What do you want to do with this name?
Add it to your shortlist. Not losing this one.
Put Shota head-to-head with your other picks.
Start comparing →See what Shota actually gets called.
Browse nicknames →Historical Record
Shota first appeared in US Social Security records in 1988.
Over 306 babies have been named Shota in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Shota is past its peak , currently ranked #27,239 for boy names in the US .
Popularity Over Time
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Names You Might Also Love
See all →"possibly from Etruscan or Latin clan name"
"fierce strength, bravery"
"to be victorious, overcome obstacles"
"exact, carefully defined, accurate"
"modern blend of Jade and Adrian"
Compare Shota with:
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #27,239
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
Suggested pairings based on syllable flow and style
-
Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
-
Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, smooth 2-1 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
-
Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
-
Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
-
Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
Sibling Match
Premium
Check how Shota fits with existing sibling names — style, sound, and origin.
Enter sibling names above to see compatibility.
Similar Names
See all names like Shota →For Parents
Start a baby registry
Free welcome box on Amazon
The Baby Name Wizard
Names that age well — book
Nursery name sign
Personalized wooden letters
We may earn a commission from these links.
Compare Shota with...
Can't decide?
Start a tournament bracket with Shota and other names you're considering.
Start a TournamentLike this name?
Check how Shota sounds with your surname and test for potential nicknames.
Analyze This NameExplore More Generators
-
🧝
Fantasy Name Generator
Create names for D&D and RPG characters
-
🐾
Pet Name Generator
Find the perfect name for your furry friend
-
🎭
Character Name Generator
Names for fictional characters across genres
Names You Might Also Like
View all →Etruscan/Latin origin
"possibly from Etruscan or Latin clan ..."
#27,315 in US
Irish Gaelic origin
"fierce strength, bravery"
#27,294 in US
English origin
"to be victorious, overcome obstacles"
#27,367 in US
Latin praecisus via English origin
"exact, carefully defined, accurate"
#27,365 in US
American origin
"modern blend of Jade and Adrian"
#27,427 in US
Save Your Name Card
Download a shareable image with Shota's meaning, origin, and popularity. Ready for Instagram, Pinterest, or texting to your partner.
Frequently Asked Questions About Shota
Is Shota a boy or girl name?
How popular is the name Shota?
What are common nicknames for Shota?
Is Shota a common or rare name?
About the Name Shota
Shota is a boy name .
Shota is currently ranked #27,239 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Shota include Sho, Shy, Shie, and Shokins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Keep Exploring
Recommended for Parents
Start a registry
Free welcome box on Amazon
Baby Name Wizard
Names that actually age well
Nursery name sign
Personalized wooden letters
We may earn a commission from these links.
Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis