Holding steady.
Popularity of Shalona since 1970
Babies named Shalona per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 51 |
| 1980s | 51 |
| 1990s | 6 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Shalona is a rare modern name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1970. Its peak year was 1980, but it never entered the top 1000 and has remained stable at very low frequency through the latest reporting year of 2025. The name's lack of a clear etymology or historical usage suggests it is a modern invented name, possibly derived from the Sha- prefix and -ona suffix. Its adoption has been sporadic, with no concentration in any particular state. For parents seeking a unique and contemporary-sounding name with a soft, melodic quality, Shalona offers an unconventional choice without strong gender or cultural associations.
Shalona appears to be a modern American coinage, likely formed by combining the popular 'sha-' prefix (seen in names like Sharon or Shalene) with the fashionable '-lona' or '-ona' suffix. It first appeared in U.S. records in the 1970s, with a peak in 1980, and has maintained a very low but stable frequency ever since. Its origin and meaning remain unattested in historical or linguistic sources.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Sha, Lona, Shay
Sibling names for Shalona
Names that share Shalona's style, for a brother or sister.
