Shamese
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Shamese first appeared in US Social Security records in 1983.
Over 15 babies have been named Shamese in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Shamese is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #46,170 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #46,170
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Shamese
Shamese is a girl name .
Shamese is currently ranked #46,170 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Shamese include Sha, Sham, Shamy, Shamie, Ese, Esey, Shy, Shie, and Shakins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Shamese include Shams . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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