Holding steady.
Popularity of Shenia since 1956
Babies named Shenia per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 21 |
| 1960s | 46 |
| 1970s | 57 |
| 1980s | 101 |
| 1990s | 81 |
| 2000s | 49 |
| 2010s | 5 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Shenia is a distinctive and rare feminine name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1956. It reached its highest recorded usage in 1982, fitting the era's fashion for names ending in "ia" and "sha" sounds. Since then, its frequency has remained stable but extremely low, never entering the top 1,000 rankings. The name's origins are modern and creative, likely constructed from components of more established names such as Shena or Tania. Without a clear etymology or meaning, Shenia appeals to parents seeking an original and melodic name without historical or cultural baggage. Its rarity ensures a sense of uniqueness for those who bear it.
Shenia is a modern invented name with no clear etymology. It likely arose in the mid-20th century, possibly as a blend of names such as Shena (a variant of Sheena, itself an anglicization of the Irish Síne) and Tania (a short form of Tatiana), or as a respelling of names like Shene. Its peak usage in the 1980s aligns with a trend for melodic, feminine names.
Sibling names for Shenia
Names that share Shenia's style, for a brother or sister.
