Shemar
Shemar is a boy baby name. Ranked #7,073 in the US, popular nicknames include She, Shy, and Sheie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Shemar first appeared in US Social Security records in 1994.
Over 2,366 babies have been named Shemar in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Shemar is past its peak , currently ranked #7,073 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #7,073
- Total SSA Count
- 12
Nicknames
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Also a Girl Name
Shemar is also used as a girl name, ranked #29731.
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About the Name Shemar
Shemar is a boy name .
Is Shemar a boy or girl name? Shemar is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #7,073 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #29,731. Shemar is more commonly used as a boy name.
Shemar is currently ranked #7,073 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Shemar include She, Shy, Sheie, and Shemie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis