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By Grace Royal · Jul 2026

SHAS-tuh

Shasta

OriginPlace-name, Sanskrit
Meaning"teacher, guide, ruler"
GenderBoy
Also a girl's nameShow me Shasta as a girl's name
NB Rank#3812

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The name Shasta peaked for boys at #6618 in 1978. Shasta is occasionally used for girls in 2025.

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