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Shamarion

shah-MAIR-ee-on · A modern invented name, likely formed from the fashionable prefix Sha- combined with the popular suffix -marion, possibly influenced by names like Damarion or the syllable 'mar'.

Peak popularity
2006
Usually for
Boys
Trend
Declining since 2005

Declining since 2005.

Popularity of Shamarion since 2002

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

11213220102020Most births 2006Boys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeBoys
2000s197
2010s80
2020s7

Meaning & origin

Shamarion is a modern American name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2002, reflecting the creative naming trends of the early 2000s. Its usage peaked in 2006 and has since declined, with the trajectory showing a falling trend since 2005. The name was not recorded in any single top state, indicating broad but sparse distribution. Shamarion belongs to a category of invented names that often incorporate stylistic elements from popular African American names, blending the prefix Sha- with the suffix -marion. Its uniqueness and contemporary sound make it a distinctive choice, but its lack of historical depth and declining popularity suggest it remains a niche option. Overall, the name's brief period of modest use and subsequent drop in popularity highlight the fleeting nature of many modern coinages.

Shamarion is a modern American coinage that emerged in the early 2000s. It follows a pattern of blending the popular prefix Sha- (seen in names like Shawna and Sharice) with the syllable -marion, which may be influenced by names such as Damarion or Marion. The name first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2002 and saw a brief peak in popularity around 2006 before declining. Its creation reflects a broader trend of inventive, rhythmic names in African American communities.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Sham, Mar, Rion

Variants: Shamarian, Shamariyon

Sibling names for Shamarion

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

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Shamarion mean?
Shamarion does not have a traditional meaning; it is a modern invented name, likely created by combining the prefix Sha- with the suffix -marion.
How popular is the name Shamarion?
Shamarion first appeared in U.S. records in 2002, peaked in 2006, and has since declined in usage. It does not currently rank among the top 1,000 names.
Is Shamarion a boy or girl name?
Shamarion is almost exclusively used as a boy's name.