Shamone Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: sha-MOHN /ʃəˈmoʊn/
Origin: Modern; American
Meaning: Unknown; possibly a variation of 'Shamone' from 'Shamone' (a phonetic spelling)
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Shamone is believed to have roots in the Hebrew name Shimon, which means "he has heard" or "God has heard." This name evolved through various linguistic and cultural transformations. In Hebrew, Shimon is derived from the root word "shama," meaning "to hear." The name was adopted into Greek as Simon, which further influenced its Latin form, Simonis, before making its way into Old French and eventually into English as Simon.
The transition from Shimon to Shamone likely reflects a modern adaptation or variation of the original name, incorporating phonetic elements that resonate in contemporary naming practices. Historically, the name Simon has significant biblical associations, as it appears in the New Testament, referring to several figures, including Simon Peter, one of Jesus' apostles, and Simon the Zealot.
The name's prominence in early Christianity contributed to its widespread use throughout Europe during the Middle Ages. The King James Bible, published in the early 17th century, further solidified the name's presence in English-speaking cultures, as it brought biblical names into common usage among Christians.
Culturally, names derived from Shimon and its variants have been associated with themes of faith, listening, and responsiveness to divine callings. The name Shamone, while less common, may carry similar connotations, reflecting a blend of heritage and modernity.
The name's phonetic appeal and its connection to a significant biblical figure may contribute to its resonance in various cultural contexts, allowing it to endure as a meaningful choice for parents seeking a name with historical depth.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Shamone was first seen in the United States in 1971.
Shamone has ranked as high as #7698 nationally, which occurred in 1990, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Shamone has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Shamone 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 Shamone 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 Shamone.
| Year | Total Births | Boy | Girl |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| 1997 | 8 | 0 | 8 |
| 1996 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 1995 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 1994 | 8 | 0 | 8 |
| 1993 | 10 | 0 | 10 |
| 1992 | 11 | 0 | 11 |
| 1991 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| 1990 | 19 | 0 | 19 |
| 1989 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 1988 | 13 | 0 | 13 |
| 1987 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 1985 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 1984 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| 1983 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 1981 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 1980 | 17 | 6 | 11 |
| 1979 | 14 | 5 | 9 |
| 1978 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1977 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1976 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 1975 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1974 | 10 | 0 | 10 |
| 1973 | 8 | 0 | 8 |
| 1972 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 1971 | 13 | 0 | 13 |
Top States for Shamone
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.
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