Shamira vs Sharaye

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Shamira

Girl #8,562 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"guardian, protector"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew Arabic Swahili African

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#8,562
Total SSA Count
13
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Shami, Mira

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Shamira Rank #8,562
Sharaye Rank #8,597

Shamira is more popular, ranked #8562 vs #8597 for Sharaye.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Shamira ___

  • Shamira Rose
  • Shamira Grace
  • Shamira Mae
  • Shamira Lynn
  • Shamira Joy

Sharaye ___

No pairings available yet.

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Shamira

Amira Zara Rania Kiran Laila

If you choose Sharaye

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Shamira or Sharaye more popular?

Shamira is more popular, ranked #8562 compared to Sharaye at #8597 in the United States.

What do Shamira and Sharaye mean?

Shamira means "guardian, protector" (Hebrew origin).

Are Shamira and Sharaye boy or girl names?

Shamira is primarily a girl name. Sharaye is primarily a girl name.

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