One who knows, healer, or spiritual practitioner
The name is likely derived from the word shaman, which has roots in the Evenki language of Siberia, referring to a spiritual healer or one who sees. In a modern context, it is often used as a rhythmic, spiritual name suggesting wisdom and a connection to the unseen. It may also appear as a creative variation of names like Shaman or Shamaine.
Less common today
Shamani isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #13,127 in 2002.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).