Holding steady.
Popularity of Shatha since 1982
Babies named Shatha per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2005, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Shatha's real moment was 2016.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 33 |
| 2000s | 46 |
| 2010s | 64 |
| 2020s | 5 |
Meaning & origin
Shatha is a name of Arabic origin, with meanings ranging from 'fragrant breeze' to 'spring,' though scholars note its exact derivation is debated. In the United States, the name was first recorded in 1982 and reached its peak popularity in 2016, yet it has never entered the top 1000 names. Over the decades, its usage has remained stable, hovering at low frequencies and never exceeding a one-in-N statistic of any significant threshold. While Shatha has not appeared among the top states for naming, it is recognized within Arabic-speaking communities and among families seeking a distinctive name with cultural resonance. Its soft sound and poetic associations make it a gentle option for those drawn to Arabic names.
Shatha is a name of Arabic origin, derived from the word 'shadha' (شَذَا) meaning 'fragrance' or 'aroma.' It is also associated with the concept of a gentle breeze or springtime freshness. The name has been used in the Arabic-speaking world, particularly in the Middle East, and gained modest usage in the United States from the 1980s onward, peaking in popularity around 2016.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Shathy, Thatha
Variants: Shaza
Sibling names for Shatha
Names that share Shatha's style, for a brother or sister.
