Holding steady, #6,116 for girls today.
Popularity of Shiza since 1998
Babies named Shiza per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 5 |
| 2000s | 65 |
| 2010s | 61 |
| 2020s | 64 |
Meaning & origin
Shiza is a modern name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1998, making it a relatively recent addition to the naming landscape. Its trajectory has remained stable, with a peak rank of 6,116 in 2025, when approximately 1 in 84,593 babies were named Shiza. The name's origins are unclear; it may be a creative variant of 'Sheza' or an independent coinage influenced by contemporary naming trends. While not common enough to register in top state lists, its consistent use suggests a niche appeal, likely among families seeking a distinctive yet phonetically simple name. As a modern invention, Shiza carries no traditional etymological baggage, allowing it to be shaped by its bearer's identity.
Shiza is a modern name that emerged in the late 1990s, first recorded in the United States in 1998. Its exact derivation is unclear, but it may be a variant of the name 'Sheza' or a creative respelling influenced by fashionable sounds. The name has remained in low but consistent use, with its highest rank recorded in recent years.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Sheza, Shizaah
Sibling names for Shiza
Names that share Shiza's style, for a brother or sister.
