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Shia

Shia: name meaning, origin and popularity

Unisex name

Meaning and origin of Shia

  • A male given name.

How popular is Shia?

172U.S. babies in 2025
#1202peak rank (2024)
3,348babies since 1880

Since 1880, 1,093 girls and 2,255 boys in the U.S. have been named Shia (33% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #2248 in 2008. Its highest rank for boys was #1202 in 2024. In 2025, 172 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

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U.S. births per year with this name, 1880–2025 (SSA)

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Shia FAQ

What does the name Shia mean?

A male given name.

How popular is the name Shia?

Since 1880, 1,093 girls and 2,255 boys in the U.S. have been named Shia (33% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #2248 in 2008. Its highest rank for boys was #1202 in 2024. In 2025, 172 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

Is Shia a boy or girl name?

Shia is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (1,093 girls and 2,255 boys since 1880).

Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.