Shatina
A feminine name of Hebrew origin meaning "serene" or "calm".
Name Census estimates that about 376 living Americans carry the first name Shatina. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Shatina today is around 41 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Shatina births was 1988 (28 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Shatina. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
376
~ 1 in 911,581 Americans
Peak year
1988
28 babies that year
Average age
41
years old
2002 SSA rank
#13,397
Tracked since 1972
Popularity
Shatina: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Shatina from the 1970s through to the 2000s, spanning 4 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1980s, with 184 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1980s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Shatina by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Shatina during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Shatinas live
Origin
Meaning and history of Shatina
The given name Shatina originates from the Persian language and culture, with its roots dating back to the ancient Persian era. It is derived from the Persian word "shatin," which means "joyful" or "delightful." The name likely emerged during the Achaemenid Empire (550-330 BCE) when the Persian language and culture flourished across a vast territory spanning from the Indus Valley to the Mediterranean Sea.
Historically, the name Shatina has been associated with figures known for their cheerful and optimistic demeanor. One of the earliest recorded instances of this name can be found in the "Shahnameh," the epic Persian poem composed by Ferdowsi in the late 10th century CE. In this literary masterpiece, Shatina is depicted as a beautiful and joyous maiden who brings happiness to those around her.
During the reign of the Samanid Dynasty (819-999 CE), a renowned Persian scholar and poet named Shatina al-Bukhari gained recognition for her remarkable contributions to the realm of literature and philosophy. Born in 865 CE in the city of Bukhara (present-day Uzbekistan), she was celebrated for her profound wisdom and her ability to inspire joy through her poetic works.
In the 12th century CE, Shatina al-Isfahani, a skilled calligrapher and artist, made a significant impact on the art world during the Seljuk Empire. Her intricate calligraphic works, adorned with vibrant colors and intricate designs, were highly sought after by nobility and patrons of the arts, reflecting the joyful and celebratory nature associated with her name.
Another notable figure bearing the name Shatina was a 14th-century Persian mystic and Sufi poet, Shatina al-Shirazi, who hailed from the city of Shiraz. Her spiritual verses, imbued with themes of joy and inner peace, continue to inspire seekers of truth and enlightenment to this day.
In more recent times, Shatina Aliabadi (1895-1975) was a prominent Iranian educator and women's rights activist who dedicated her life to promoting education and empowerment for women in Iran. Her tireless efforts and unwavering spirit brought joy and hope to countless individuals, exemplifying the essence of her name.
While the name Shatina has its roots in the Persian culture, it has transcended geographical boundaries and can be found across various regions, carrying with it the essence of joy and delight. Its enduring presence serves as a reminder of the profound impact and lasting legacy of the ancient Persian civilization.
People
Shatina + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Shatina as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with S
Other first names starting with S with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Shatina: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Shatina?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 376 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Shatina going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 911,581 US residents.
Is Shatina a common name?
We classify Shatina as "Very Rare". It ranks above 81.7% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 401 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Shatina most popular?
The single biggest year for Shatina was 1988, when 28 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Shatina is about 41 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Shatina a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Shatina in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.