Shanise is an uncommon yet captivating first name of African American origin. It is derived from the Arabic name Shams, which means "sun." This name was popularized by American author Terry McMillan's novel "How Stella Got Her Groove Back," in which one of the main characters shares this name. Shanise is often associated with uniqueness and individuality due to its rarity, making it a distinctive choice for those seeking an uncommon yet meaningful moniker.
The name Shanise experienced significant popularity spikes between the late 1980s and early 1990s, with a peak of 139 births in 1992. However, it has since declined steadily, with only 5 births recorded in 2016. Overall, there were 1466 births named Shanise from 1968 to 2016.