Shanitha is a unique and beautiful name of Indian origin. It is derived from the Sanskrit word "Shani," which means "Saturn." In Hindu mythology, Shani is the name of the planet Saturn and also the god associated with that planet.
The name Shanitha is often given to girls in India, particularly among Hindus, who believe that naming a child after a celestial body or deity will bring good fortune and positive attributes. However, it can also be used as a boys' name.
There is no specific historical figure or event associated with the name Shanitha. Instead, its meaning and origin make it a popular choice for parents who want to give their children a name that has deep cultural significance and is unique compared to more common names.
In some cases, the name Shanitha may be spelled differently depending on the region or language. For example, it might appear as Shanitha or Shaanitha in different parts of India. However, its pronunciation typically remains consistent across these variations.
The name Shanitha has seen a varied trend of popularity in the United States from 1973 to 1983, as indicated by the birth statistics during this period.
In 1973, there were 6 births with the name Shanitha. This number rose slightly to 8 births in 1975. The year 1976 marked a slight increase again, with 9 babies named Shanitha being born that year. However, the trend reversed in 1977 with only 7 births recorded.
The years 1979 and 1981 saw similar numbers of Shanitha births, with 11 and 7 respectively. The popularity of the name seemed to peak in 1982, with a total of 10 babies named Shanitha born that year. However, this was followed by a decline in 1983, with only 5 births recorded.
Over the entire period from 1973 to 1983, there were a total of 63 births with the name Shanitha in the United States. While the popularity of the name varied year to year, it remains an uncommon yet distinct name choice during this time period.