Shamari first name popularity, history and meaning

Find out how popular the first name Shamari has been for the last 46 years (from 1979 to 2024) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Meaning of Shamari

An Arabic gender-neutral name meaning "keeper" or "protector".

Popularity of Shamari by gender

Based on the last 46 years of data, Shamari is more commonly used as a female name, with approximately 56% of people named Shamari being female.

For the most recent data in 2024, there were 14 male babies and 7 female babies born with the name Shamari.

It's also interesting to see that despite Shamari being historically a mostly female name, the most recent data from 2024 shows a shift in the trend, with more male babies being named Shamari.

YearMale CountFemale Count
2024147
20231310
2022125
2021148
2020197
20191415
20181012
20171113
20162315
20151917
20141317
20132015
20122128
20111221
20102632
20093331
20083250
20073950
20062147
20052755
20044146
20033547
20023549
20012860
20003880
19991951
19983725
19972740
19962822
19952024
19942713
19931840
19921557
19911212
199089
198999
1988613
198705
198650
198470
198350
198270
1981116
198060
197970

The history of the first name Shamari

The name Shamari is believed to have its origins in the Arabic language and culture. It is derived from the Arabic word "shamar," which means "to guard" or "to protect." The name was likely first used in the Middle East during the early Islamic period, around the 7th century CE.

In its earliest form, the name was likely spelled as "Shammari" or "Shammary," and it was often associated with tribes or clans in the Arabian Peninsula that traced their lineage back to the ancient Arab tribes. These tribes were known for their bravery and prowess in battle, and the name Shamari may have been given to children as a symbol of strength and protection.

While there are no known historical references to the name Shamari in ancient texts or religious scriptures, it is possible that the name was in use among certain Arab tribes and communities before being recorded in written form.

One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Shamari can be found in the writings of the medieval Arab historian and geographer, Al-Muqaddasi, who lived in the 10th century CE. He mentioned a tribe called the "Banu Shammar" in his work, which suggests that the name Shamari was in use during that time period.

Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Shamari. One of the most famous was Shamari Ibn Hamdan (d. 1017 CE), a powerful Arab ruler who established the Hamdanid dynasty in northern Syria and parts of modern-day Iraq. He was known for his military prowess and his patronage of the arts and sciences.

Another notable figure was Shamari Al-Qays (d. 1137 CE), a renowned Arab poet and scholar who lived during the Abbasid Caliphate. His poetry and literary works were highly regarded and influenced many subsequent writers and intellectuals.

In the 13th century, there was a powerful Arab ruler named Shamari Al-Muazzam (d. 1281 CE), who ruled over parts of modern-day Syria and Lebanon. He was known for his military campaigns against the Crusaders and his efforts to strengthen the Ayyubid dynasty.

In more recent times, Shamari Al-Hashimi (1903-1964) was a prominent Iraqi politician and diplomat who served as the Prime Minister of Iraq from 1924 to 1925. He played a significant role in the formation of the modern Iraqi state and its transition from a British mandate to an independent nation.

Finally, Shamari Al-Ghamdi (b. 1977) is a contemporary Saudi Arabian businessman and entrepreneur who has founded several successful companies in the fields of technology and real estate. He is considered one of the most influential business leaders in the Gulf region.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

The history and meaning of the name Shamari was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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