Gracious
A modern American creation, likely blending the prefix 'Sha-' with the name Denise or an elaboration of Shane. It carries the same root meaning as Jane or Joan, signifying divine favor.
Less common today
Shanise isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #1,251 in 1992.
Grammy-nominated R&B singer known for the hit 'I Love Your Smile'
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
