Shamel Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationSHAH-mel / /ˈʃeɪ.mɛl/Arabic; Hebrew
Meaning
Arabic: 'the one who is praised'; Hebrew: 'to be praised'
Historical & Cultural Background
Shamel is a name of Arabic origin, commonly used in various cultures influenced by Arabic language and traditions. In Hebrew contexts, it carries a similar meaning related to praise. The name may reflect cultural values of admiration and respect. It is not widely used in Western contexts but can be found in diverse communities.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Shamel was first seen in the United States in 1974. Shamel has ranked as high as #1205 nationally, which occurred in 1993, and has been most popular in New York, North Carolina, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Shamel has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Shamel (2015)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1974 | 5 |
| 1975 | 10 |
| 1976 | 10 |
| 1977 | 17 |
| 1978 | 23 |
| 1979 | 24 |
| 1980 | 28 |
| 1981 | 15 |
| 1982 | 30 |
| 1983 | 25 |
| 1984 | 33 |
| 1985 | 37 |
| 1986 | 26 |
| 1987 | 35 |
| 1988 | 30 |
| 1989 | 38 |
| 1990 | 36 |
| 1991 | 36 |
| 1992 | 41 |
| 1993 | 42 |
| 1994 | 31 |
| 1995 | 33 |
| 1996 | 25 |
| 1997 | 30 |
| 1998 | 21 |
| 1999 | 22 |
| 2000 | 26 |
| 2001 | 24 |
| 2002 | 14 |
| 2003 | 22 |
| 2004 | 23 |
| 2005 | 20 |
| 2006 | 19 |
| 2007 | 19 |
| 2008 | 13 |
| 2009 | 17 |
| 2010 | 15 |
| 2011 | 14 |
| 2012 | 12 |
| 2013 | 17 |
| 2014 | 11 |
| 2015 | 13 |
| 2016 | 11 |
| 2017 | 8 |
| 2018 | 7 |
| 2021 | 7 |
| 2023 | 5 |