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Shambria

SHAM-bree-uh · Of uncertain origin; possibly a modern invented name or a variant of names like Shem or Shamira.

Peak popularity
1993
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Shambria since 1986

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

817251990200020102020Most births 1993Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1980s20
1990s139
2000s6
2010s0
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Shambria is a modern invented name that first appeared in U.S. Social Security records in 1986, reflecting late 20th-century naming creativity. Its peak year of usage was 1993, though it has never entered the top 1000 and remains a rare choice. The trajectory for Shambria is stable, with minimal fluctuation in annual counts. As an invented name, it lacks a clear etymological origin or traditional meaning, but its sound echoes patterns found in names like Shania and Cambria. Without any top states or notable bearers, Shambria represents a niche but distinctive option.

Shambria first appeared in U.S. records in the 1980s and saw peak usage in the early 1990s. It is likely a modern coinage, possibly a creative respelling of Shamira or a blend of sounds from names like Shania and Cambria. No traditional etymology or well-attested meaning exists.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Sham, Bria, Shay

Variants: Shambre, Shambree

Sibling names for Shambria

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

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Shambria mean?
The meaning of Shambria is uncertain. It is likely a modern invented name with no traditional etymology.
How popular is the name Shambria?
Shambria has not ranked in the U.S. top 1000 names. It first appeared in records in 1986 and peaked in usage in 1993, but remains uncommon.
Is Shambria a girl's name?
Yes, Shambria is used almost exclusively for girls.