Shadavia is of African origin, derived from the Swahili word 'shada', meaning 'intelligent'. It gained popularity in the United States during the late 20th century, often used as a unisex name but more commonly given to girls. The name has a unique and sophisticated sound, making it distinct yet approachable.
The name Shadavia experienced periods of popularity and decline in the late 20th century, with a notable spike in usage during certain years such as 1983 (10 births) and again in 1996 (12 births). However, it appears that this name's popularity was short-lived, as there were fewer than 10 births per year for most of the period between 1984 and 2007. Overall, Shadavia was given to a total of 110 newborns during these years.