Shamaya Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationsha-MY-uh / /ʃəˈmaɪə/Hebrew; Arabic
Meaning
Hebrew: 'a name'; Arabic: 'the one who is praised'
Historical & Cultural Background
Shamaya has roots in both Hebrew and Arabic cultures. In Hebrew, it is often associated with the concept of identity and recognition. In Arabic, it conveys a sense of admiration and praise. The name is relatively modern and has gained popularity in various communities.
Trend Summary
Shamaya has seen a gradual increase in popularity in recent years in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Shamayah
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Shamaya was first seen in the United States in 1980. Shamaya has ranked as high as #1326 nationally, which occurred in 2006, and has been most popular in Georgia, Florida, North Carolina, New York, and South Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Shamaya has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Shamaya (2011)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| IL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 8 |
| 1981 | 6 |
| 1982 | 8 |
| 1983 | 11 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1988 | 8 |
| 1989 | 15 |
| 1990 | 16 |
| 1991 | 11 |
| 1992 | 11 |
| 1993 | 18 |
| 1994 | 10 |
| 1995 | 11 |
| 1996 | 17 |
| 1997 | 22 |
| 1998 | 24 |
| 1999 | 32 |
| 2000 | 39 |
| 2001 | 35 |
| 2002 | 33 |
| 2003 | 48 |
| 2004 | 44 |
| 2005 | 47 |
| 2006 | 57 |
| 2007 | 49 |
| 2008 | 29 |
| 2009 | 27 |
| 2010 | 24 |
| 2011 | 26 |
| 2012 | 22 |
| 2013 | 15 |
| 2014 | 10 |
| 2015 | 14 |
| 2016 | 10 |
| 2017 | 13 |
| 2018 | 13 |
| 2019 | 5 |
| 2020 | 5 |
| 2022 | 11 |
| 2024 | 6 |