Shanija

Q: How popular is the name Shanija?

Shanija is ranked #20211 in popularity for girl names.

Girl Name #20,211 Most Popular Hidden Gem 7 Letters

A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Shanija is a girl name, recorded for 7 babies in US birth records.

Parents who love the name Shanija often also consider Asfia, Breniya, Amarea .

Popularity Over Time

#20,211

Current Rank

Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present

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Quick Facts

Gender: Girl
Popularity Rank: #20,211
Total SSA Count: 7

Alternative Spellings

Shannon #1866 Shanaya #2103 Shania #2602 Shanvi #4162 Shana #4271

Nicknames

Sha Shy Shaie Shanie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Shanija

Is Shanija a boy or girl name?

Shanija is primarily used as a girl name.

How popular is the name Shanija?

Shanija is currently ranked #20211 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Shanija?

Common nicknames for Shanija include Sha, Shy, Shaie, and Shanie.

Is Shanija a common or rare name?

Shanija is an uncommon name, ranked #20211 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Shanija

Shanija is a girl name .

Shanija is currently ranked #20,211 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Shanija include Sha, Shy, Shaie, and Shanie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Shanija include Shannon, Shanaya, Shania, Shanvi, Shana . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.