Shaleta is of African origin, specifically from the Yoruba people of Nigeria and Benin. It means "calmness" or "peace." This name has a gentle and soothing sound, reflecting its meaning. It consists of two parts: "sha," which means calm, and "leta," meaning peace. Shaleta is often spelled without a middle 'e,' but both variations are used. It's relatively uncommon, adding to its uniqueness.
The name Shaleta experienced a significant rise and fall in popularity between 1974 and 1991. After starting with 7 births in 1974, it peaked at 12 births in 1988 before dropping back down to 7 births in 1991. The total number of births during this period was 107.