Shamar Boy

Popularity: #922 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: sha-MAR //ʃəˈmɑːr//

Origin: Hebrew; Arabic

Meaning: Hebrew: 'to keep safe'; Arabic: 'the one who is protected'

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Shamar has its roots in the Hebrew language, deriving from the verb שָׁמַר (shamar), which means "to keep," "to guard," or "to observe." This etymological origin reflects a sense of protection and vigilance, which is significant in various cultural and religious contexts. The name appears in the Hebrew Bible, where it is associated with themes of stewardship and safeguarding, particularly in relation to the land and community responsibilities.

The transition of the name into English occurred through the transliteration of Hebrew texts, especially during the periods of the Septuagint in the 3rd century BCE and the subsequent Latin Vulgate in the late 4th century CE, which brought many Hebrew names into the Christian tradition. Historically, Shamar is mentioned in the context of biblical figures, notably in the Old Testament.

The name is associated with several individuals, including Shamar, a descendant of Levi, who is mentioned in the genealogies of the tribe of Levi in the Book of Chronicles. This connection to the priestly lineage underscores the name's significance in Jewish history and its association with religious duties and responsibilities.

The name's biblical roots have contributed to its enduring presence in various cultures influenced by Judeo-Christian traditions. Culturally, Shamar embodies themes of guardianship and watchfulness, resonating with the values of protection and responsibility.

These associations have allowed the name to maintain its relevance across generations. In some contexts, diminutive forms or variations may exist, but the core meaning remains tied to its original Hebrew roots.

The name's historical and cultural significance continues to be recognized in various communities, reflecting a legacy of vigilance and care.

Famous people named Shamar

In this section, you will find notable people named Shamar. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Shamar who have made a significant impact on popular culture.

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Shamar Moore is an actor and model best known for Criminal Minds, The Young and the Restless, and S.W.A.T.

Sibling suggestions

If you're looking for sibling name ideas that pair well with Shamar, the following options are frequently chosen as complementary choices by parents.

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Similar names

Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Shamar. These names can serve as alternatives to the sibling suggestions listed above and may help you find the perfect complementary name for your growing family.

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Shamar was first seen in the United States in 1969.

Shamar has ranked as high as #1179 nationally, which occurred in 2000, and has been most popular in New York, Florida, New Jersey, Georgia, and Pennsylvania.

In the past 5 years the name Shamar has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Shamar is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Shamar was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Shamar.

Year Total Births Boy Girl
2025 16 16 0
2024 36 36 0
2023 42 42 0
2022 64 64 0
2021 61 61 0
2020 69 69 0
2019 85 85 0
2018 101 101 0
2017 94 94 0
2016 91 91 0
2015 120 120 0
2014 101 101 0
2013 124 124 0
2012 140 140 0
2011 146 146 0
2010 189 189 0
2009 161 161 0
2008 219 219 0
2007 209 209 0
2006 261 254 7
2005 235 235 0
2004 199 199 0
2003 228 223 5
2002 292 292 0
2001 370 363 7
2000 389 383 6
1999 307 295 12
1998 246 238 8
1997 190 183 7
1996 168 161 7
1995 119 110 9
1994 59 59 0
1993 46 40 6
1992 73 62 11
1991 82 72 10
1990 91 84 7
1989 83 71 12
1988 48 48 0
1987 62 50 12
1986 78 67 11
1985 61 53 8
1984 69 58 11
1983 75 61 14
1982 83 76 7
1981 88 78 10
1980 76 63 13
1979 59 51 8
1978 47 42 5
1977 34 25 9
1976 21 21 0
1975 29 24 5
1974 14 9 5
1973 12 12 0
1972 13 7 6
1971 6 0 6
1969 5 0 5

Top States for Shamar (2024)

We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.

State Births Share
FL 6
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