Shamar vs Ward

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Shamar

Boy #3,303 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"to guard, to keep watch"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #3,309 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"guardian, watchman"

Origin: Old English

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Shamar Rank #3,303

Ward Rank #3,309

Shamar is more popular, ranked #3303 vs #3309 for Ward.

Is Shamar or Ward more popular?

Shamar is more popular, ranked #3303 compared to Ward at #3309 in the United States.

What do Shamar and Ward mean?

Shamar means "to guard, to keep watch" (Hebrew origin). Ward means "guardian, watchman" (Old English origin).

Are Shamar and Ward boy or girl names?

Shamar is primarily a boy name. Ward is primarily a boy name.