"three-peaked mountain"
Origin: Shasta (Indigenous)
Language: Shasta
Shasta
Pronunciation: [ sh-AST-uh ]
Shasta is a girl name of Shasta (Indigenous) origin meaning "three-peaked mountain." Ranked #10,336 in the US, popular nicknames include Shay and Shas.
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The Story of Shasta
Shasta takes its name from the Shasta people, an Indigenous nation of Northern California and Southern Oregon, and from Mount Shasta, the majestic 14,179-foot stratovolcano in the Cascade Range. The name's etymology is debated: some sources derive it from the Shasta word for 'white mountain' or 'three-peaked mountain,' while others trace it to a French-Canadian trapper named Chasté. The mountain has been considered sacred by numerous Indigenous peoples including the Shasta, Modoc, and Wintu nations for thousands of years.
Shasta became popular as a given name in the Western United States during the 1960s-1980s, part of a wave of geographic and nature-inspired names. Its association with the iconic California mountain gave it a spirit of natural grandeur and West Coast identity.
Mount Shasta holds deep spiritual significance for numerous Indigenous peoples of the Pacific Northwest. The mountain is considered a sacred site of immense power by the Shasta, Wintu, Karuk, Modoc, and Okwanuchu peoples. Shasta as a name carries this connection to nature's majesty and Indigenous heritage.
Historical Record
Shasta first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 4,302 babies have been named Shasta in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Shasta is past its peak , currently ranked #10,336 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Mount Shasta is one of the largest stratovolcanoes in the Cascade Range and last erupted around 1786
- Shasta is also a brand of carbonated soft drinks founded in 1889 in Shasta County, California
- The Shasta people have lived in the Mount Shasta region for at least 3,000 years
Shasta in Other Languages
French
Shasta
Spanish
Shasta
Japanese
シャスタ
Popularity Over Time
#10,336
Current Rank
Stable
Trend
Peaked 1978
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Shasta
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Shasta Groene
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1995
Survivor of a 2005 kidnapping in Idaho, whose rescue inspired national conversations about child safety
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Shasta McNasty
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American punk-rap group from the late 1990s, known for the Shasta name in pop culture
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #10,336
- Total SSA Count
- 11
- Cultural Origins
- American Native American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Shay
Shas
Middle Name Ideas
Suggested pairings based on syllable flow and style
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, American heritage match, extended 2-3 combo
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Timeless choice, American heritage match, extended 2-3 combo
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Timeless choice, American heritage match, extended 2-3 combo
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, American heritage match, extended 2-3 combo
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
Middle Names
Middle Names for Shasta
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Frequently Asked Questions About Shasta
What does the name Shasta mean?
"three-peaked mountain" (from Shasta (Indigenous)). Shasta takes its name from the Shasta people, an Indigenous nation of Northern California and Southern Oregon, and from Mount Shasta, the majestic 14,179-foot stratovolcano in the Cascade Range. The name's etymology is debated: some sources derive it from the Shasta word for 'white mountain' or 'three-peaked mountain,' while others trace it to a French-Canadian trapper named Chasté. The mountain has been considered sacred by numerous Indigenous peoples including the Shasta, Modoc, and Wintu nations for thousands of years.
What is the origin of the name Shasta?
Shasta has Shasta (Indigenous), American, and Native American origins. In Shasta (Indigenous), it means "three-peaked mountain".
Is Shasta a boy or girl name?
Shasta is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #10336. As a boy name, it is ranked #40247. Shasta is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Shasta?
Shasta is pronounced sh-AST-uh.
How popular is the name Shasta?
Shasta is currently ranked #10336 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Shasta?
Common nicknames for Shasta include Shay and Shas.
What are good middle names for Shasta?
Popular middle name pairings include Shasta Lynn, Shasta Marie, Shasta Dawn, Shasta River, and Shasta Sky.
What are good sibling names for Shasta?
Names that pair well with Shasta as siblings include Sierra, Dakota, Sequoia, Cascade, and Willow.
How many syllables does Shasta have?
Shasta has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Shasta a common or rare name?
Shasta is an uncommon name, ranked #10336 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What girl names are similar to Shasta?
Are there other spellings for Shasta?
Related spellings include Shastelyn.
About the Name Shasta
Shasta is a girl name with American and Native American origins . The name means "three-peaked mountain" in Shasta (Indigenous) .
Is Shasta a boy or girl name? Shasta is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #10,336 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #40,247. Shasta is more commonly used as a girl name.
Shasta is currently ranked #10,336 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Shasta has 2 syllables and is pronounced sh-AST-uh, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Shasta include Shay and Shas. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Shasta include Shastelyn . 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)
- Behind the Name (etymology and meaning research)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis