Shoniqua
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Shoniqua first appeared in US Social Security records in 1984.
Over 41 babies have been named Shoniqua in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Shoniqua is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #10,101 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #10,101
- Total SSA Count
- 11
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About the Name Shoniqua
Shoniqua is a girl name .
Shoniqua is currently ranked #10,101 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Shoniqua include Sho, Shon, Shony, Shonie, Shoni, Shoniy, Shoniie, Qua, Quay, Quaie, Shy, and Shie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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