Shamay
Shamay is a girl baby name. Ranked #61,623 in the US, popular nicknames include Sha, Shy, and Shaie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Shamay first appeared in US Social Security records in 1972.
Over 5 babies have been named Shamay in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Shamay is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #61,623 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #61,623
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
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About the Name Shamay
Shamay is a girl name .
Shamay is currently ranked #61,623 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Shamay include Sha, Shy, Shaie, and Shamie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Shamay include Shams . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis