Origin
Japanese
Syllables
2
Zodiac
Aries
Trend
Steady
At a glance
Shota is a name often given to boys. Ranked #13870 and holds a steady place on the charts. It comes from a Japanese origin and traditionally means "Soaring hero with great ambition and strength". It has 2 syllables.
The Story of Shota
Shota stems from Japanese kanji combinations like 翔太, implying flight and greatness. Culturally it resonates in modern Japan with energetic youth. Parents choose it for boys destined for bold paths and creative expression.
Popularity
Currently ranked #13870 on the Baby Billboard Charts.
Numerology Profile
Seeks truth and introspection.
Craves creative self-expression.
Appears practical and reliable.
Leads with independence.
Zodiac & Astrology
Aries
Matches bold soaring spirit.
Strengths
Compatible Signs
Lucky Numbers
Lucky Colors
Best Career Paths
Name Energy & Vibe
Vibrant energy inspires action and freedom.
Color Aura
Bright Gold
Element
Fire
Season
Spring
Gemstone
Ruby
Spirit Animal
Eagle
Power Word
Soar
Energy Type
Fire × Spring
Personality & Traits
Ambitious
Driven to reach new heights.
Energetic
Brings vitality to every room.
Creative
Thinks outside conventional bounds.
Famous People Named Shota
Shota Rustaveli
Medieval Georgian poet
Shota Sometani
Japanese actor
Shota in Pop Culture
Shota
Various anime series
Historical Events
1180
Shota Rustaveli era begins.
2000
Modern Japanese usage peaks.
International Variations
Shota in Different Scripts
ショタ
Japanese (Katakana)
翔太
Chinese (Mandarin)
쇼타
Korean
Шота
Cyrillic
Nicknames & Short Forms
Middle Name Suggestions
Beautiful middle name pairings with Shota:
Shota Kai
Shota Ren
Shota Haru
Shota Taro
Shota Yuki
Shota Sora
Shota Mio
Fun Facts & Trivia
Common in Japanese pop culture.
Means flight in kanji forms.
Rising in global use.
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boyPronunciation
SHO-ta
Quick Facts
This page is reviewed by the Baby Billboard Charts editorial team. Rankings come from official U.S. Social Security Administration birth records, with descriptions checked for clarity and usefulness. See our Editorial Policy for our methodology and correction process.