Shani: meaning of the Hebrew name
שָׁנִי
Pronounced sha-NEE
- Girl
- Hebrew
- #121 in Israel, 2024
Meaning of Shani
Shani is a deep, precious red, like the scarlet thread mentioned in the Bible. A girl's name that expresses vitality and uniqueness.
Shani in Hebrew
Shani is written שני in Hebrew (with vowel points: שָׁנִי). Hebrew is read from right to left.
- שShin
- נNun
- יYod
Gematria value: 360 (Shin 300 + Nun 50 + Yod 10)
About the name
- GenderGirl
- OriginHebrew
- Meaningscarlet
- Pronunciationsha-NEE
- Hebrewשני
- Syllables2
Popularity in Israel
In 2024, Shani ranked #121 among girls' names given to Jewish newborns in Israel (122 babies). Its highest rank in 2014-2024 was #72, in 2014.
All years 2014-2024
| Year | Rank | Babies |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 121 | 122 |
| 2023 | 112 | 145 |
| 2022 | 109 | 156 |
| 2021 | 115 | 150 |
| 2020 | 112 | 147 |
| 2019 | 106 | 151 |
| 2018 | 101 | 178 |
| 2017 | 100 | 171 |
| 2016 | 89 | 196 |
| 2015 | 76 | 241 |
| 2014 | 72 | 257 |
Source: Israel Central Bureau of Statistics (CBS), first names given to Jewish newborns, 2014-2024. Ranks cover the 150 most common names per year.
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Questions about Shani
What does the name Shani mean?
Shani is a deep, precious red, like the scarlet thread mentioned in the Bible. A girl's name that expresses vitality and uniqueness.
How do you pronounce Shani?
Shani is pronounced sha-NEE in modern Israeli Hebrew. The syllable in capital letters is stressed.
How do you write Shani in Hebrew?
Shani is written שני in Hebrew (with vowel points: שָׁנִי).
How popular is the name Shani in Israel?
In 2024, Shani ranked #121 among girls' names given to Jewish newborns in Israel (122 babies). Its highest rank in 2014-2024 was #72, in 2014. Source: Israel Central Bureau of Statistics.
What is the gematria of Shani?
In gematria, the Hebrew spelling שני adds up to 360 (Shin 300 + Nun 50 + Yod 10).
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