Holding steady.
Popularity of Shamarr since 1978
Babies named Shamarr per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 5 |
| 1980s | 35 |
| 1990s | 75 |
| 2000s | 137 |
| 2010s | 42 |
| 2020s | 5 |
Meaning & origin
Shamarr is a rare modern American name that first appeared in Social Security records in 1978, reached its peak usage in 1999, and has since become very uncommon. It has never ranked in the top 1000 and is used almost exclusively for boys. The name likely represents a creative coinage or a variant of more established names like Shamir, fitting within a tradition of distinctive African American naming practices. Its stable trajectory over recent decades suggests it remains a niche choice for parents seeking unique names without widespread popularity.
Shamarr first appeared in U.S. records in 1978 and saw its peak usage in 1999, but its exact origins are unclear. It may be a respelling or creative variation of names like Shamir (Arabic) or a modern coinage blending sounds from popular names of the era. The name likely emerged within African American naming traditions, where distinctive phonetic constructions are common.
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Shamarr
Names that share Shamarr's style, for a brother or sister.
