Holding steady.
Popularity of Shauntavia since 1984
Babies named Shauntavia per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 39 |
| 1990s | 88 |
| 2000s | 22 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Shauntavia is a modern American coinage that first appeared in 1984, reflecting the late-20th-century trend of blending familiar sounds into new, distinctive names. It reached its peak usage in 1992, during the decade when it was most popular, the 1990s. Since then, its use has remained stable but rare, not appearing in recent top rankings. The name combines the initial element of Shawna or Shauna with the stylish suffix -tavia, much like other invented names of the era. Shauntavia is a unique choice that stands out without being overly elaborate, appealing to parents seeking a name with a melodic, feminine sound.
Shauntavia is a modern American invention, combining elements of names like Shawna or Shauna with the fashionable suffix -tavia, which appears in names such as Octavia. It first appeared in the 1980s and saw its peak usage in 1992. The name exemplifies the trend of creating distinctive, multi-syllabic names with a melodic quality.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Shaun, Tavia, Tavi
Variants: Shauntaviah, Shantavia, Shauntavia
Sibling names for Shauntavia
Names that share Shauntavia's style, for a brother or sister.
