Shamaiah
Shamaiah is a girl baby name. Ranked #26,788 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
Shamaiah first appeared in US Social Security records in 2006.
Over 6 babies have been named Shamaiah in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Shamaiah is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #26,788 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #26,788
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Shamaiah
Shamaiah is a girl name .
Shamaiah is currently ranked #26,788 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Shamaiah include Sha, Shy, Shaie, and Shamie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Shamaiah 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