Shamirah
Shamirah is a girl baby name. Ranked #61,471 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
Shamirah first appeared in US Social Security records in 1984.
Over 218 babies have been named Shamirah in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Shamirah is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #61,471 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #61,471
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Shamirah
Shamirah is a girl name .
Shamirah is currently ranked #61,471 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Shamirah include Sha, Shy, Shaie, and Shamie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Shamirah 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