Shant

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Pronounced SHAHNT /ˈʃɑːnt/Medium

Meaning: An Armenian name Shant, 'lightning' (as in the epic and journal of that name); some also link it to the Sanskrit-rooted 'peace, calm.' Primary sense here is 'lightning.'Low

In 30 seconds: A striking Armenian name: Shant means 'lightning' (said 'SHAHNT'). Bold and rare.

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Origin MediumArmenian

MeaningAn Armenian name Shant, 'lightning' (as in the epic and journal of that name); some also link it to the Sanskrit-rooted 'peace, calm.' Primary sense here is 'lightning.'

U.S. rank (2023)#8806 ↗ Rising

2023 U.S. births9 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year1991

Total births (all-time)≈ 817

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Shant is an Armenian name meaning 'lightning,' known from the epic and cultural journal of that name; a separate route links it to 'peace, calm,' which we note. It reads striking and strong — rare in the U.S. (said 'SHAHNT').

It appears only rarely in the U.S., mostly in Armenian families. Rare, striking, and strong.

Did you know? Shant is an Armenian name meaning 'lightning' — bold and one-beat, with a separate 'peace, calm' reading by another route (said 'SHAHNT').

Overall data confidence 42%

References — Shant — Armenian 'lightning'; alt. 'peace, calm'

Variations

ShanthChantShand

Nicknames

ShanAnti

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Shant mean?

Shant is Armenian for 'lightning'; a separate route reads it as 'peace, calm,' which we note.

How do you pronounce Shant?

It's said SHAHNT /ˈʃɑːnt/ — one syllable.

Is Shant a boy or girl name?

Shant is used as a boy's name.

How popular is Shant?

Shant is a very rare name in the U.S.