Shontavia is of African origin, derived from the Ashanti people of Ghana. It means 'strong and powerful,' reflecting the resilience and courage associated with this historic ethnic group.
The name Shontavia seems to have had popularity spikes in the late 1980s and early 1990s, with a significant increase from 1990 to 1993, reaching its peak at 24 births each year. After 1995, the number of births steadily decreased until it reached single digits by 2001.