Shemika Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationshe-MEE-kah / ʃəˈmiːkəAfrican American; English
Meaning
Derived from the name 'Shamika', often associated with 'the one who is like God' or 'gift from God'.
Historical & Cultural Background
Shemika is a modern name that emerged in the United States, particularly within African American communities. It is often seen as a creative variation of names like Shamika and Tamika. The name reflects a trend in the late 20th century where unique and culturally significant names became popular.
Trend Summary
Shemika saw a rise in popularity during the 1980s and 1990s, particularly among African American parents.
Similar Names
Variants
- Shamika
- Tamika
International Variants
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Famous people named Shemika
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Fictional characters named Shemika
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Shemika was first seen in the United States in 1971. Shemika has ranked as high as #988 nationally, which occurred in 1980, and has been most popular in Texas, Georgia, North Carolina, Mississippi, and Alabama. In the past 5 years the name Shemika has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Shemika (1992)
State | Births | Share |
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NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
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1971 | 7 |
1972 | 15 |
1973 | 28 |
1974 | 46 |
1975 | 45 |
1976 | 66 |
1977 | 70 |
1978 | 99 |
1979 | 107 |
1980 | 127 |
1981 | 100 |
1982 | 125 |
1983 | 99 |
1984 | 77 |
1985 | 75 |
1986 | 60 |
1987 | 47 |
1988 | 51 |
1989 | 38 |
1990 | 40 |
1991 | 45 |
1992 | 28 |
1993 | 14 |
1994 | 17 |
1995 | 10 |
1996 | 11 |
1997 | 7 |