Shonterria is of African American origin, derived from the combination of 'Shon', meaning 'wish' or 'desire', and 'terria', a variant of 'terra', which means 'earth'. The name Shonterria is unique and uncommon, making it distinctive when heard or seen. It is often spelled with varying capitalization patterns, such as Shontierra, Shontellia, or even Shanterria, due to its rarity and lack of widespread recognition. Despite its unconventional spelling, the name Shonterria carries a certain elegance and uniqueness that sets it apart from more common names.
"The name Shonterria had a notable increase in usage between 1997 and 1999, with seven births each year during this period. However, it seems to have peaked in the late 1980s with six births that year."