Shanijah
Girl nameShanijah has been given to 18 babies in the U.S. since 2004. It peaked in 2008.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
18
Peak year
2008 (8 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
2004
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Shanijah — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Shanijah.
Sibling name ideas for Shanijah
Same era and popularity as Shanijah, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Shanijah?
Shanijah has been given to 18 babies in the U.S. since 2004. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Shanijah peak?
Shanijah peaked in 2008, when 8 babies were given the name.
Is Shanijah a girl or boy name?
Shanijah is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Shanijah are girls).
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