NAME PROFILE
Shahidah
Derived from the Sanskrit word meaning 'enchanting,' 'bewitching,' or 'fascinating.' This name suggests a person who possesses a naturally magnetic personality and an aura of grace that effortlessly inspires those around them.
Key Stats
| Total births | 227 |
| Gender | Female (0% / 100%) |
| Peak year | 1978 |
| Peak generation | Gen X |
| First recorded | 1976 |
| Most recent | 1983 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Origin | Indian |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
NY — 67%NJ — 33%AK — 0%PA — 0%ND — 0%
Notable People
Mohini Bhardwaj (Olympic silver medalist in gymnastics) · Mohini Dey (Virtuoso bass guitar player) · Mohini Kent (Journalist and author of 'Black Taj') · Mohini Singh (Award-winning investigative reporter) · Mohini Sharma (Prominent film and television actress)
Nicknames & Diminutives
MoniMomoMiniHini
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