US Popularity:11398
Origin:Swahili
Other Origin(s):Hebrew, Indian, Sanskrit
Meaning:Marvelous, wonderful; Saturn; Red, scarlet
Shani is a gender-neutral name with Swahili, Hindi, Sanskrit, and Hebrew origins. In Swahili and other African cultures, the name Shani or Shany means “marvelous” and “wonderful.” This fabulous name with its splendid meaning is great for those who see their child as an adventurous soul. Many also recognize the name Shani as the Sanskrit and Hindi name of a god and the divine personification of Saturn. While others will associate Shani with the Hebrew name for “red” and “scarlet.”

How Popular Is The Name Shani?

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Shani is currently #3098 on The Bump
Boy:Shani is currently #1737 on The Bump Boy Names
Girl:Shani is currently #2097 on The Bump Girl Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Shani is currently #11398 in U.S. births
Girl:Shani is currently #6579 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2024
Gender:
Girl
#6579
in 2024
- 479
from 2023
In comparison to the previous year's data
Sources
  • WordSense Dictionary, Shani

  • WordSense Dictionary, शनि‎

  • Behind the Name, Shani (2), January 2019

  • Behind the Name, Shani (1), May 2020

  • Name Doctor, Shani

  • 100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky, pg. 278, 279

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