Shamari Unisex
Origin(s)
Pronunciationsha-MAR-ee / ʃəˈmɑːriAfrican; Swahili
Meaning
Swahili: 'to be blessed'; African: 'a gift'
Historical & Cultural Background
Shamari is a name of African origin, commonly associated with Swahili-speaking cultures. It reflects positive attributes such as blessings and gifts. The name is often used in various African communities and has gained some popularity in Western contexts as well.
Trend Summary
Shamari has seen a moderate level of popularity in the United States in recent years.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Shamari was first seen in the United States in 1979. Shamari has ranked as high as #1301 nationally, which occurred in 2004, and has been most popular in New York, Florida, Illinois, Georgia, and North Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Shamari has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Shamari (2020)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1979 | 7 |
| 1980 | 6 |
| 1981 | 11 |
| 1982 | 7 |
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1984 | 7 |
| 1986 | 5 |
| 1988 | 6 |
| 1989 | 9 |
| 1990 | 8 |
| 1991 | 12 |
| 1992 | 15 |
| 1993 | 18 |
| 1994 | 27 |
| 1995 | 20 |
| 1996 | 28 |
| 1997 | 27 |
| 1998 | 37 |
| 1999 | 19 |
| 2000 | 38 |
| 2001 | 28 |
| 2002 | 35 |
| 2003 | 35 |
| 2004 | 41 |
| 2005 | 27 |
| 2006 | 21 |
| 2007 | 39 |
| 2008 | 32 |
| 2009 | 33 |
| 2010 | 26 |
| 2011 | 12 |
| 2012 | 21 |
| 2013 | 20 |
| 2014 | 13 |
| 2015 | 19 |
| 2016 | 23 |
| 2017 | 11 |
| 2018 | 10 |
| 2019 | 14 |
| 2020 | 19 |
| 2021 | 14 |
| 2022 | 12 |
| 2023 | 13 |
| 2024 | 14 |