Shaneka
Shaneka is a girl's name of Contemporary origin.
Meaning
Modern invented name, likely blending elements meaning 'God is gracious' (Shane) with a decorative suffix.
Origin and history
Shaneka is a modern American name created by combining popular phonetic elements such as 'Shane' or the prefix 'Sha-' with the suffix '-ka'. It gained visibility in the late 20th century in the United States. Today, it is a relatively rare choice for newborn girls.
Popularity in the United States
2,686 babies in the United States have been named Shaneka since 1880. It ranks #3405 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- FL (13.7 %)
- GA (11.5 %)
- NC (10.1 %)
- IL (8.3 %)
- SC (7.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 499 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,398 |
| 1990-2000 | 739 |
| 2000-2010 | 50 |
| 2010-2019 | 0 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Fun facts
- Shaneka experienced its highest usage in the United States during the late 1970s through the 1980s.
- It belongs to a tradition of contemporary American name blends using popular prefixes and standard phonetic endings.