Rising since 1987, #4,352 for girls today.
Popularity of Shaindel since 1972
Babies named Shaindel per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 42 |
| 1980s | 62 |
| 1990s | 141 |
| 2000s | 217 |
| 2010s | 317 |
| 2020s | 175 |
Meaning & origin
Shaindel is a distinctly Jewish name with roots in Yiddish and Hebrew traditions. First recorded in U.S. birth data in 1972, it has climbed steadily in usage, entering a period of notable growth since 1987. Its peak popularity came in 2021, and as of 2025 it ranks 4,352, occurring in about 1 in 50,227 births. The name is most commonly found in New York, reflecting its strong ties to Orthodox Jewish communities. Despite its rarity, Shaindel's rising trajectory suggests a modest resurgence, buoyed by a broader interest in traditional Ashkenazi names. The name carries a reverent meaning, 'God is my judge,' and is often considered a loving diminutive, sometimes extended to Shaindele.
Shaindel is a Yiddish diminutive of the Hebrew name Shoshannah (Susanna), which means 'lily' or 'rose.' However, in Ashkenazi Jewish tradition, the name is often associated with the Hebrew phrase 'Shain del,' meaning 'beautiful one,' or linked to the Hebrew word 'sham' (there) and 'El' (God), interpreted as 'God is my judge.' The name has been used primarily among Yiddish-speaking Jewish communities in Eastern Europe and later in America. It entered U.S. records in 1972 and has seen a gradual rise in recent years.
Where Shaindel is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Shaindy, Shainy, Dely
Sibling names for Shaindel
Names that share Shaindel's style, for a brother or sister.
