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Shatia

sha-TEE-uh · Of uncertain origin; possibly a modern coinage based on the sounds of names like Natasha or Shania.

Peak popularity
1992
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Shatia since 1977

Babies named Shatia per year in U.S. Social Security records.

183654198020002020Most births 1992Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1970s13
1980s266
1990s283
2000s64
2010s10
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Shatia is a modern feminine name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1977, placing it among the wave of inventive names that emerged in the late 20th century. The name reached its peak usage in 1992, though it has never entered the top 1,000 rankings and remains a rare choice. Its trajectory has been stable over recent decades, suggesting a small but consistent number of parents choose it each year. While no top states for the name were recorded due to its rarity, Shatia's sound aligns with the stylistic trends of the 1990s, favoring the 'Sha-' prefix and melodic endings.

Shatia first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1977, suggesting it is a modern coinage. It may be a blend of the popular prefix 'Sha-' with a feminine ending, similar to names like Shania or Tasha. No historical or linguistic derivation has been established for this name, and it does not appear in traditional naming sources.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Sha, Tia

Sibling names for Shatia

Names that share Shatia's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Shatia mean?
The meaning of Shatia is uncertain. It is likely a modern invented name with no traditional meaning.
How popular is the name Shatia?
Shatia has never ranked among the top 1,000 names in the U.S. Its peak year was 1992, but it has remained very rare since its first recorded use in 1977.
Is Shatia a boy or girl name?
Shatia is exclusively used as a feminine name.