Shanita
Shanita is a girl's name of Contemporary origin.
Meaning
Combination of the prefix Sha- and the name suffix -nita, often associated with the meaning 'grace' or 'gift'.
Origin and history
Shanita is a modern American name created in the mid-20th century, likely blending the prefix 'Sha-' with the rhythmic suffix '-nita'. It gained moderate popularity in the United States during the 1970s and 1980s before declining in usage.
Popularity in the United States
3,450 babies in the United States have been named Shanita since 1880. It ranks #3019 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- NC (11 %)
- IL (10 %)
- MI (9.6 %)
- NY (8.1 %)
- GA (7.9 %)
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 | 6 |
| 1960-1970 | 96 |
| 1970-1980 | 996 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,636 |
| 1990-2000 | 625 |
| 2000-2010 | 91 |
| 2010-2019 | 0 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Nicknames
Nita, Shani
Fun facts
- The name experienced its highest period of U.S. usage between the 1970s and early 1990s.
- It is part of a pattern of 20th-century American names incorporating the Spanish diminutive suffix '-nita'.