Shastah
sh(as)-tah
Origin:Native American
Other Origin(s):Sanskrit
Meaning:Native American tribe; Praised; Happy; Best
Shastah is a girl's name of Native American and Sanskrit origins. A variant of Shasta, this title may remind you of the Indigenous group of the same name, which historically resided in present-day northern California. This tribe also inspired the name for the volcano, called Mount Shasta, and the Shasta River, perfect for making your little one feel rooted to the earth. Shasta may also have links to the Sanskrit word Śasta, which can mean “praised,” “happy,” or “best.” A moniker like this can always encourage your little one to strive toward the best.
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Merriam-Webster Dictionary, Shasta, noun
U.S. Geological Survey, Naming the Cascade Range Volcanoes Mount Shasta, California
Britannica, Mount Shasta, mountain, California, United States, December 2024
Britannica, Shastan, people, September 2019
DDSA: The Practical Sanskrit-English Dictionary, sasta
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