Shanga
Boy nameShanga has been given to 41 babies in the U.S. since 1976. It peaked in 1979.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
41
Peak year
1979 (21 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1976
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
12% girls / 88% boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Shanga — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Shanga.
Sibling name ideas for Shanga
Same era and popularity as Shanga, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Shanga?
Shanga has been given to 41 babies in the U.S. since 1976. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Shanga peak?
Shanga peaked in 1979, when 21 babies were given the name.
Is Shanga a girl or boy name?
Shanga is primarily a boy name (88% of babies named Shanga are boys).
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