Shanta
- Pronunciation
- [Shan-ta]
- Gender
- Female
- Meaning
- Peaceful, tranquil
- Origin
- Indian
Shanta Popularity Snapshot
Across the entire US Social Security Administration record (1880–2024), 5,112 baby girls have been named Shanta. The name peaked in 1978 with 360 US births that year (rank #518).
Top States for Shanta
Based on 1910–2024 US SSA state-level records, the three states with the most Shanta births are: Texas (363), Illinois (360), New York (330).
Other Indian-Origin Names Like Shanta
If you like Shanta's Indian origin, consider these related names: Aahan, Aaleahya, Aanjay, Aarthi, Aarush. Browse all Indian names →
6-Letter Names Starting with S
Names with Shanta's exact length and starting letter: Saadya, Saarah, Sabana, Sabina, Sabino.
Quick Facts About Shanta
Variant Forms
| Name | Meaning | Gender | Origin |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shantae | Beautifull Woman Filling With Her Beauty | Female | African |
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Compare Shanta to Other Popular Names
Side-by-side popularity charts and crossover years for Shanta against today's most popular girls-name peers (top 8 by US births in the last 10 years of SSA records).