Holding steady.
Popularity of Shatera since 1980
Babies named Shatera per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 116 |
| 1990s | 163 |
| 2000s | 21 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Shatera is a modern American name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1980, reflecting a trend of creative name formation during that era. It reached its peak popularity in 1988, though it has never ranked in the top 1000 and remains a rare choice. The name's trajectory has been stable, indicating consistent but infrequent use over the decades. Its top states are not documented due to its rarity. The etymology is uncertain, but it appears to be a blend of the popular Sha- prefix with a melodic ending, similar to other coinages of the time. Shatera carries no traditional meaning but offers a distinctive, contemporary feel for parents seeking an uncommon name.
Shatera appears to be a modern American coinage, possibly formed by combining the fashionable prefix Sha- with a suffix like -tera or -terra, reminiscent of names like Shatera or Latisha. It first appears in U.S. records in the 1980s and saw its peak usage in 1988, though it has never ranked among the top 1000 names. The name's origin is uncertain, as it does not have clear roots in any established language or culture.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Sha, Tera
Sibling names for Shatera
Names that share Shatera's style, for a brother or sister.
