Shanina

Fact sheet

Name: Shanina
Gender: Girl name
Syllables: 3

Shanina is a feminine first name that carries the meaning 'JHWH is gracious' or 'the God-graced one'. It is a pet form of Jana and can thus be traced back to the name Johanna.

What does the name Shanina mean?

The first name Shanina stands for 'JHWH is gracious' or 'the God-graced one'. It is a diminutive form of Jana and can be traced back to the girl's name Johanna. The name also derives from the ancient Hebrew terms jahwe, meaning 'the name of God', and chanan, meaning 'to be gracious'. In Ukraine and Russia, Shanina is somewhat popular among expectant parents. An alternative spelling is Janina, which was particularly popular in Germany during the 1990s. Other variants include Jannina or Yanina.

Where does the name Shanina come from?

The origin of the name Shanina is ancient Hebrew and means 'JHWH is gracious' or 'the God-graced one'. The composition comes from the ancient Hebrew words jahwe (the name of God) and chanan (to be gracious).

How do you pronounce Shanina?

Sha-ni-na

When is the name day of Shanina?

The name days for Shanina are celebrated on March 1, May 30, and December 12.

Popularity

In Germany, Shanina is considered a rare name that has never appeared in the German name popularity lists. In Austria, the name reached its best ranking at 1,211th place in 2004. From 1984 to 2024, Shanina was given less than 10 times in Austria, earning it the 6,179th place. In the last ten years, the name has not been given there anymore.

Nicknames & pet names

Shanini

Famous people

Shanina Bösch (Leichatlethin)
Shanina Connell (Personal Coach)
Shanina Conway (Artist from the USA)
Shanina Dionna (American Artist)
Shanina Shaik (Model)

Frequently asked questions about the name Shanina

How is the name Shanina pronounced?

Shanina is generally pronounced as 'Sha-nee-na', with the emphasis on the second syllable.

What nicknames are common for Shanina?

A common nickname for Shanina is Shanini, which sounds affectionate and familiar.

Is Shanina a common name?

In Ukraine and Russia, the name Shanina enjoys some popularity, while it is less common in Germany.

Are there alternative spellings for Shanina?

Yes, an alternative spelling is Janina, which was particularly popular in Germany during the 1990s. Other variants include Jannina or Yanina.