Shant
Pronunciation: [ sh-AHNT ]
Shant is a boy baby name. Ranked #9,478 in the US, popular nicknames include Sha, Shy, and Shaie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Shant first appeared in US Social Security records in 1972.
Over 817 babies have been named Shant in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Shant is past its peak , currently ranked #9,478 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #9,478
- Total SSA Count
- 9
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About the Name Shant
Shant is a boy name .
Shant is currently ranked #9,478 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Shant include Sha, Shy, and Shaie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Shant include Shane, Shannon . 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