Shawntez
A masculine name derived from the French name Chantez.
Name Census estimates that about 116 living Americans carry the first name Shawntez. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Shawntez today is around 29 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Shawntez births was 1994 (14 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Shawntez. 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
116
~ 1 in 2,954,779 Americans
Peak year
1994
14 babies that year
Average age
29
years old
2014 SSA rank
#11,889
Tracked since 1985
Popularity
Shawntez: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Shawntez from the 1980s through to the 2010s, spanning 4 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1990s, with 56 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 1990s peak, Shawntez remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Shawntez 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 Shawntez during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Shawntez' live
Origin
Meaning and history of Shawntez
The given name Shawntez is a relatively modern creation, originating in the late 20th century within certain African American communities. It is believed to be a combination of the more traditional names Shawn and Tez, the latter being a shortened form of the Arabic name Tazeez or Taziz. The name does not appear to have any direct historical references or connections to ancient texts or scriptures.
Shawntez is a unique name that has gained some popularity in recent decades, particularly among African American families seeking a distinctive and culturally resonant name for their children. However, due to its relatively recent origins, there are few recorded examples of individuals bearing this name throughout history.
One of the earliest known individuals with the name Shawntez is Shawntez Ketra Jennings, an American writer and author born in the late 20th century. Jennings has published several works of fiction and non-fiction, exploring themes of identity, culture, and personal growth.
Another notable figure with the name Shawntez is Shawntez Nicole Smith, an American entrepreneur and businesswoman born in the late 1970s. Smith is the founder and CEO of a successful marketing and consulting firm, known for her innovative strategies and commitment to empowering women in business.
In the realm of sports, Shawntez Erwin is a former professional basketball player from the United States. Born in the mid-1980s, Erwin played for several teams in various professional leagues, including the WNBA, and was known for her tenacious defense and leadership on the court.
Shawntez Monique Johnson is an American activist and community organizer born in the late 20th century. Johnson has been instrumental in spearheading various initiatives focused on social justice, youth empowerment, and racial equality, working tirelessly to create positive change in her local community and beyond.
Lastly, Shawntez Renee Williams is an acclaimed American artist and photographer born in the late 1970s. Williams' work has been featured in numerous exhibitions and galleries across the country, renowned for its powerful portrayal of cultural identity, beauty, and resilience.
While the name Shawntez is relatively new and its historical roots are limited, it has gained recognition and significance within certain communities, with individuals bearing this name making their mark across various fields and professions.
People
Shawntez + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Shawntez 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
Shawntez: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Shawntez?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 116 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Shawntez 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 2,954,779 US residents.
Is Shawntez a common name?
We classify Shawntez as "Very Rare". It ranks above 66.7% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 119 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Shawntez most popular?
The single biggest year for Shawntez was 1994, when 14 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Shawntez is about 29 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Shawntez a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Shawntez in the SSA data are male. 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.