UK girl's name
Shantay
A feminine name of French origin meaning "peace" or "rest".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2014. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Shantay is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Shantay popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2014 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5691, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2002, with 11 births.
This profile covers 89 England and Wales registrations across 16 recorded years from 1996 to 2014. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 27% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 88 living people in the UK are called Shantay. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2015 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Shantay ranked #5691 for girls in England and Wales in 2014, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2002, when 11 girls were registered as Shantay.
- • About 88 living people in the UK are estimated to have Shantay as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5691
2014
Births in 2014
3
Latest year
Peak year
2002
11 births
Estimated living
88
2026
Meaning
What does Shantay mean?
The name Shantay has its origins in the Hindi language, spoken primarily in India. It is believed to have emerged during the medieval period, around the 10th to 12th centuries CE. The name is derived from the Sanskrit word "शान्ति" (shanti), which means peace, tranquility, or calmness.
One of the earliest recorded references to the name Shantay can be found in ancient Hindu scriptures and texts. It was often used as a name for individuals who were believed to possess a peaceful and serene demeanor or those who sought spiritual enlightenment and inner peace.
In the 14th century, there was a renowned Hindu philosopher and spiritual leader named Shantay Swami, who was revered for his teachings on the concept of "shanti" or peace. His teachings and writings had a significant influence on the spread and popularity of the name.
Another notable figure with the name Shantay was Shantay Devi, a 16th-century Indian poet and mystic. Her poetic works, which often explored themes of spirituality and the pursuit of inner peace, were widely acclaimed during her lifetime and continue to be studied today.
During the 18th century, Shantay Singh, a influential Rajput warrior and military leader, earned a reputation for his strategic prowess and his ability to maintain peace and order in the regions under his control. His name became synonymous with strength, valor, and a commitment to upholding justice.
In the 19th century, Shantay Kumari, a prominent social reformer and advocate for women's education, played a crucial role in establishing schools and educational institutions for girls in various parts of India. Her efforts to promote peace, equality, and empowerment through education earned her widespread acclaim.
Throughout history, the name Shantay has been associated with individuals who have embodied the values of peace, tranquility, and spiritual enlightenment. It has been carried by philosophers, poets, warriors, and social reformers, all of whom have left a lasting impact on their respective fields and societies.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Shantay over time
The chart below shows babies named Shantay registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1996 to 2014. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Shantay, the clearest high point is 2002. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2014, compared with 11 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Shantay by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Shantay was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | #4625 | 13 | 3 |
| 2000s | #2789 | 61 | 9 |
| 1990s | #3386 | 15 | 4 |
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FAQ
Shantay: questions and answers
How popular is the name Shantay in the UK right now?
In 2014, Shantay was ranked #5691 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Shantay most popular?
The peak year on record was 2002, with 11 babies registered as Shantay in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Shantay?
A feminine name of French origin meaning "peace" or "rest".
How many people are called Shantay in the UK?
A total of 89 babies have been registered as Shantay across the 16 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.