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Shamaria

shuh-MAR-ee-uh · Of uncertain origin; possibly a modern coinage combining elements of names like Sharon and Maria.

Peak popularity
2002
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Shamaria since 1980

Babies named Shamaria per year in U.S. Social Security records.

142741198020002020Most births 2000Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1980s32
1990s145
2000s299
2010s62
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Shamaria is a rare modern feminine name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1980. It saw its peak usage in 2002, though it has never reached the top 1000. The name is typical of the 2000s trend of creating melodic names with the 'Sha-' prefix and 'ria' suffix. Its trajectory has been stable in recent years, with very low frequency. While popular in no specific state, Shamaria reflects a broader pattern of invented names combining familiar sounds, appealing to parents seeking a distinctive yet accessible option.

Shamaria is a modern invented name, likely formed by blending the popular prefix 'Sha-' (from names like Sharon or Shania) with 'Maria.' It appears in U.S. records from the 1980s and saw modest use in the early 2000s, consistent with the trend of creating melodic, feminine names using familiar phonetic components.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Sham, Mari, Ria

Variants: Shamariah, Shamarya

Sibling names for Shamaria

Names that share Shamaria's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Shamaria mean?
Shamaria is of uncertain origin, but it is widely considered a modern coinage, possibly a blend of elements from Sharon and Maria. No definitive meaning exists.
How popular is Shamaria?
Shamaria has never ranked in the top 1000 U.S. names. Its peak usage was in 2002, with fewer than 5 births recorded that year.
Is Shamaria a boy or girl name?
Shamaria is almost exclusively used for girls in U.S. data, first recorded in 1980.