Shanyia is an intriguing and unique female given name of American origin, derived from African roots. It combines elements from two names: Shan, which means 'new' or 'young', and ya, a component often found in African names, signifying 'child'. Thus, Shanyia translates to 'new child' or 'young one'. This name gained popularity during the early 2000s, becoming a distinct choice for parents seeking a fresh and distinctive moniker for their daughters.
The name Shanyia experienced its peak popularity between 2000 and 2004, with a significant increase in births from 31 in 2000 to a high of 41 in 2002. However, after 2005, the number of births decreased steadily until reaching a low of 5 in 2019. Overall, there were 498 babies named Shanyia from 1995 to 2019.