Female and male first names beginning with the letter “S”..

SHANIESHA

Female

African-origin name derived from Swahili 'shani', meaning six, signifying a sixth-day birth and connection to African heritage.

SHANIGUA

Female

Unique Spanish name derived from the indigenous Guanche people of the Canary Islands, with no specific translation but believed to have been used as a personal name in their culture.

SHANII

Female

The unisex African name Shanii, meaning 'goodness' or 'kindness', originates from Nigeria's Igbo culture.

SHANIJA

Female

Persian girls' name meaning 'wisdom,' derived from the word 'shani' with the female suffix '-ja.'

SHANIJAH

Female

Unique and appealing name of unknown origin and meaning, often associated with strength and originality.

SHANIK

Female

Indian name of ancient Sanskrit origin, meaning 'one who brings prosperity', associated with the planet Saturn and strength.

SHANIKA

Female

Indian name derived from Sanskrit's "Shankara", meaning "possessing Shiva's grace".

SHANIKA

Male

African name of Bantu origin, meaning "little butterfly" or "pretty one," often associated with beauty and grace.

SHANIKE

Female

Captivating name of unknown origin but believed to have ties with Irish, Hebrew, African, and Indian cultures, each offering unique meanings like "little John," "lily/rose," or "God is gracious." Despite its unclear history, Shanike stands out as an appealing and distinctive name.

SHANIKI

Female

Enigmatic name of unknown origin, with speculations ranging from Celtic to Hebrew roots, but no concrete evidence supporting any single source.

SHANIKIA

Female

Unique African-American name created by blending 'Shaquille' meaning "little warrior" and 'Isha' meaning "joy", signifying "little joyful warrior".

SHANIKKA

Female

African name of Swahili origin, meaning 'wise' or 'intelligent.'

SHANIKQUA

Female

Unique African American given name coined in the mid-20th century, with uncertain origins but believed to blend elements of Shani ('gift') and Kaia/Kia ('firstborn daughter'), interpreted as 'gifted firstborn daughter'.

SHANIKQUE

Female

Uncommon but distinctive name of African origin, believed to derive from the Mandinka tribe's name for November, although its meaning remains uncertain.

SHANIKWA

Female

African name of Maasai origin meaning "beauty," reflecting the cultural appreciation for grace and elegance among this Kenyan-Tanzanian tribe.

SHANIL

Female

Indian boy's name derived from Sanskrit 'Saindhava', meaning 'of noble birth', conveying prestige and purity.

SHANILA

Female

Arabic given name that means "beauty" or "beautiful flower.

SHANILLE

Female

Distinctive Irish girl's name derived from the old male O'Sullivan surname, signifying "descendant of Sulliadan," with a rich historical and cultural legacy in Ireland.

SHANIN

Female

Uncommon yet captivating Irish name derived from the surname Ó Seanáin, originally from County Tyrone in Northern Ireland. It's thought to be linked to the Irish word "seanachie," referring to a wandering storyteller or poet.

SHANINA

Female

Enchanting Irish name derived from the ancient surname O'Séanaigh, meaning "descendant of Seanán," and translating to "little John" or "God is gracious.

SHANINE

Female

Rare but captivating Irish female given name derived from the Gaelic word "scandlan", meaning "loud" or "noisy".

SHANIQA

Female

Arabic-derived name with a rich history. It translates to "Tree of Pearls" and signifies elegance, beauty, and strength, echoing the story of Shajarat al-Durr, a powerful 13th-century Egyptian ruler of Nubian origin who made her mark on Islamic history despite her humble beginnings as a slave woman. Today, the name continues to hold prestige among families with Arabic or Muslim heritage and is seen as a symbol of courage and intelligence.

SHANIQUA

Female

Elegant and distinctive feminine name with Swahili origins, meaning "beautiful," often passed down through generations to celebrate African ancestry and beauty.

SHANIQUAH

Female

Unique, captivating name of African American origin created in the late twentieth century, often associated with qualities like strength, beauty, and uniqueness.

SHANIQUE

Female

Distinctive female name of African origin, derived from the Swahili language, meaning 'life'.

SHANIQUEA

Female

Captivating female name of African origin that means "born on Thursday" in the Akan language of Ghana.

SHANIQUIA

Female

Stylish African girl's name meaning "miracle child," derived from Swahili.

SHANIQUWA

Female

Distinctive African-American name derived from the Swahili word "shanizi," meaning "praise.

SHANIQWA

Female

Captivating African name of Yoruba origin from Nigeria, meaning "God answered while waiting," reflecting patience, faith, and divine intervention.

SHANIRA

Female

Captivating Sanskrit girl's name meaning "goddess of the night" or "night queen," derived from "Shani" (Saturn) and "Ira" ("queen").

SHANISA

Female

Unique feminine name of Sanskrit origin, derived from "Shani" meaning "Saturn," and signifying intelligence, fairness, and longevity. It has gained popularity in recent years despite its rich ancient heritage.

SHANISE

Female

African American variant of an Irish surname meaning "hawk-like," often associated with strength and courage.

SHANISHA

Female

Unique African origin given name derived from Swahili, combining "seven" (shani) and "to create" (sha), signifying creativity on the seventh day.

SHANISSA

Female

African-origin Swahili name meaning "lucky one," gaining popularity in the U.S. during the late 20th century despite its diverse appeal.

SHANITA

Female

African-origin feminine name derived from the Yoruba word 'Shani', meaning 'God answers me'.

SHANITHA

Female

Unique Indian girl's name derived from Sanskrit 'Shani', meaning 'Saturn', and associated with the Hindu deity of that planet.

SHANITRA

Female

Unique African Yoruba name meaning 'to bring forth peace'.

SHANITTA

Female

African-origin name from Swahili meaning "life" or "to live," embodying East African culture's rich heritage and resilience.

SHANIYA

Female

Elegant African name of Ashanti origin, meaning 'graceful' or 'elegant', symbolizing grace and beauty.

SHANIYAH

Female

Captivating name of African origin, meaning 'life' in Swahili, associated with strength and resilience.