Shamar vs Niles

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Shamar

Boy #3,303 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"to guard, to keep watch"

Origin: Hebrew

African American Jewish Arabic American

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Boy #3,177 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"champion, winner"

Origin: Irish Gaelic Niall

British American Irish

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Shamar Rank #3,303

Niles Rank #3,177

Niles is more popular, ranked #3177 vs #3303 for Shamar.

Is Shamar or Niles more popular?

Niles is more popular, ranked #3177 compared to Shamar at #3303 in the United States.

What do Shamar and Niles mean?

Shamar means "to guard, to keep watch" (Hebrew origin). Niles means "champion, winner" (Irish Gaelic Niall origin).

Are Shamar and Niles boy or girl names?

Shamar is primarily a boy name. Niles is primarily a boy name.