Shynice is a unique and intriguing given name of African American origin. It was coined by the celebrated writer Iceberg Slim in his autobiography "Pimp: The Story of My Life". Shynice is a blend of two names, Shirley and Nice, which were the first names of Iceberg Slim's mother and grandmother respectively.
The name Shynice has no specific meaning beyond its origin. It was created as a tribute to these two significant women in Iceberg Slim's life. The name gained popularity following the publication of his autobiography in 1969 and has since been used sporadically, particularly within African American communities.
While Shynice may not have a traditional meaning like many other names, its unique origin story makes it distinctive and memorable. As with any name, its significance is largely dependent on the individual who bears it and their personal experiences and associations with the name.
The name Shynice has seen varied popularity over the years in the United States. In 1988 and 1989, there were respectively 7 and 8 babies named Shynice, indicating a steady start for this distinctive name. However, its popularity peaked in 1992 with 17 newborn girls receiving this name.
After this peak, the number of babies named Shynice began to decrease, with only 11 births recorded in 1993 and 6 in 1994. There was a brief resurgence in 1999, with another 7 births, but overall, the popularity of the name Shynice has been fairly low.
In total, from 1988 to 1999, there were 61 babies named Shynice born in the United States. This unique name, while not being one of the most popular choices, has nevertheless made its mark on American birth records over these years.