Shanni is of Irish origin, meaning "God is Gracious". It is a unique and charming name that gained popularity in recent years due to its elegant sound and attractive spelling. Shanni can be pronounced as either SHAH-nee or SHAH-ni, offering parents two appealing options for pronunciation. This name has not yet made it onto the Social Security Administration's list of most popular baby names in the United States, making it a distinctive choice for parents seeking an uncommon moniker for their child.
The name Shanni has had a fluctuating popularity over the years with peaks in 1969 and 1971, but it has maintained a steady presence since then, with five births each recorded in 1992 and 1996. Overall, there have been twenty-eight babies named Shanni born between 1969 and 1996.