Shani
Meaning of Shani
Shani is a beautiful and unique name for baby girls. It has origins in both Hebrew and Indian (Hindi) languages. In Hebrew, the name Shani means "marvelous" or "wonderful," while in Hindi it is derived from the Sanskrit word for "red" or "coral." The name Shani is pronounced as SHAH-nee (/ʃɑˈni/). It can also be spelled as Shanee. Although not extremely popular, Shani has been steadily used as a given name in the United States over the years. In recent times, it has ranked around 6000 to 7000 in terms of occurrence and popularity. With its multicultural origins and melodic sound, Shani is an excellent choice for parents seeking a meaningful and distinctive name for their little girl.
Pronunciation
Hebrew,Indian (Hindi)
- Pronunced as SHAH-nee (/ʃɑˈni/)
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Notable People Named Shani
| Shani Earl Davis is an American former speed skater. |
| Shani Abeysekara is a former Sri Lankan police officer known for his involvement in high-profile investigations and subsequent legal issues. |
| Shani Peters is a Michigan-born artist based in New York, known for her work addressing social justice through various artistic mediums. |
| Shani Waugh is an Australian professional golfer who has competed on the LPGA Tour, Ladies European Tour, and ALPG Tour. |
| Shani Alhassan Saibu is a Ghanaian politician who has been appointed as the northern regional minister of Ghana. |
