Shamra
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Shamra first appeared in US Social Security records in 1962.
Over 202 babies have been named Shamra in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Shamra is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #16,785 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #16,785
- Total SSA Count
- 8
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About the Name Shamra
Shamra is a girl name .
Shamra is currently ranked #16,785 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Shamra include Sha, Sham, Shamy, Shamie, Shy, Shie, and Shakins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Shamra include Shams . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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