Mekisha vs Shantana

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Shantana

Girl #61,286 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"peaceful (via Shanti/Sanskrit influence)"

Origin: American via Sanskrit

Cultural Roots

African American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#61,286
Total SSA Count
5
Syllables
3
Nicknames
Shana, Tana, Shanti

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Popularity Comparison

Mekisha Rank #61,378
Shantana Rank #61,286

Shantana is more popular, ranked #61286 vs #61378 for Mekisha.

Popularity Over Time

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Middle Name Pairings

Mekisha ___

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Shantana ___

  • Shantana Marie
  • Shantana Nicole
  • Shantana Denise
  • Shantana Renee
  • Shantana Michelle

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mekisha or Shantana more popular?

Shantana is more popular, ranked #61286 compared to Mekisha at #61378 in the United States.

What do Mekisha and Shantana mean?

Shantana means "peaceful (via Shanti/Sanskrit influence)" (American via Sanskrit origin).

Are Mekisha and Shantana boy or girl names?

Mekisha is primarily a girl name. Shantana is primarily a girl name.

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