Shantay
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Shantay first appeared in US Social Security records in 1961.
Over 1,270 babies have been named Shantay in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Shantay is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #68,139 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #68,139
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Shantay
Shantay is a girl name .
Shantay is currently ranked #68,139 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Shantay include Sha, Shan, Shany, Shanie, Tay, Tayie, Shy, Shie, and Shakins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Shantay include Shannon, Shanaya, Shania, Shanvi, Shana . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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