Hebrew

Shani

Pronounced SHAH-neeShare

Meaning: Scarlet; crimson

  • Gender-neutral
  • Rare gem
  • 2 syllables

The story

Shani means scarlet in Hebrew, a rich color word used as a name. The name’s compact shape keeps the vivid meaning at its center.

Spellings & variants

  • Shanie
  • Shanni

Popularity

Rare gem

Rare in US records; use elsewhere may differ.

Style

  • Works everywhere
  • Short
  • Soft

Origins

Shani comes from Hebrew.

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