Shoshone
Pronunciation: [ sh-ohsh-OHN-ee ]
Shoshone is a girl baby name. Ranked #27,846 in the US, popular nicknames include Sho, Shy, and Shoie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Shoshone first appeared in US Social Security records in 1990.
Over 11 babies have been named Shoshone in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Shoshone is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #27,846 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #27,846
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Shoshone
Shoshone is a girl name .
Shoshone is currently ranked #27,846 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Shoshone include Sho, Shy, Shoie, and Shosie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Shoshone include Shoshana . 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