Shontaya is a modern coined name, probably formed from Shon-/Shaun-like elements with the ornamental ending -taya.
Shontaya is a modern coined name, probably formed from Shon- or Shaun-like elements with the ornamental ending -taya. That makes it a good example of contemporary naming creativity, where sound and style matter more than a single fixed etymological line.
The result is distinctive and rhythmic. The name has a bright, energetic feel, with the ending softening the initial consonant. It sounds current and individualized, but also familiar enough to be easily spoken.
Names like Shontaya often draw strength from their cadence rather than their history. That gives them room to feel personal and expressive, and Shontaya fits that pattern neatly.