Shema
Pronunciation: [ sh-ihm-UH ]
Shema is a girl baby name. Ranked #60,733 in the US, popular nicknames include She, Shy, and Sheie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Shema first appeared in US Social Security records in 1975.
Over 35 babies have been named Shema in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Shema is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #60,733 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #60,733
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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Shema is also used as a boy name, ranked #44433.
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About the Name Shema
Shema is a girl name .
Is Shema a boy or girl name? Shema is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #60,733 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #44,433. Shema is more commonly used as a boy name.
Shema is currently ranked #60,733 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Shema include She, Shy, and Sheie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis