Shamus

Pronunciation: [ sh-AYM-uhs ]

Shamus is a boy baby name. Ranked #8,995 in the US, popular nicknames include Sha, Shy, and Shaie.

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Meaning & Origin

Shamus is a boy name, recorded for 9 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced sh-AYM-uhs.

Parents who love the name Shamus often also consider Xaviar, Addicus, Taquan .

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Historical Record

Shamus first appeared in US Social Security records in 1959.

Over 1,768 babies have been named Shamus in the United States since SSA records began.

Today, Shamus is past its peak , currently ranked #8,995 for boy names in the US .

Popularity Over Time

#8,995
Current Rank
Peaked 1975 Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Quick Facts

Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#8,995
Total SSA Count
9

Alternative Spellings

Shamar #3303 Shamir #3862

Nicknames

Sha Shy Shaie Shamie

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Xaviar Boy Arabic Addicus Boy Latin Taquan Boy African American Suren Boy Persian Dayshawn Boy Hebrew via Irish/American Emily Boy Latin aemulus Ekko Boy Greek

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Frequently Asked Questions About Shamus

Is Shamus a boy or girl name?
Shamus is primarily used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Shamus?
Shamus is pronounced sh-AYM-uhs.
How popular is the name Shamus?
Shamus is currently ranked #8995 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Shamus?
Common nicknames for Shamus include Sha, Shy, Shaie, and Shamie.
Is Shamus a common or rare name?
Shamus is an uncommon name, ranked #8995 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What boy names are similar to Shamus?
Shamus pairs well with Xaviar, Addicus, Taquan, Suren in style and sound.
Are there other spellings for Shamus?
Related spellings include Shamar, Shamir.

About the Name Shamus

Shamus is a boy name .

Shamus is currently ranked #8,995 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Shamus include Sha, Shy, Shaie, and Shamie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Shamus include Shamar, Shamir . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.

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