Shamire
A feminine name of unknown origin, possibly derived from the Persian word "shāmīr" meaning "skylark".
Name Census estimates that about 21 living Americans carry the first name Shamire. It appears on both sides of the gender split, with 54.5% of registrations being female. The average person named Shamire today is around 28 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Shamire births was 1985 (7 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Shamire. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Shamire. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
21
~ 1 in 16,321,635 Americans
Peak year
1985
7 babies that year
Average age
28
years old
2009 SSA rank
#14,166
Tracked since 1985
Gender
Gender distribution for Shamire
Shamire is one of the more evenly split names in the SSA data. Of the 22 total registrations, 10 (45.5%) were male and 12 (54.5%) were female.
Shamire as a male name
- Ranked #14,166 in 2009
- 5 male births in 2009
- Peak: 2002 (5 births)
Shamire as a female name
- Ranked #18,704 in 2005
- 5 female births in 2005
- Peak: 1985 (7 births)
Popularity
Shamire: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Shamire from the 1980s through to the 2000s, spanning 2 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2000s, with 15 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.
Babies born per year
Decades
Shamire by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Shamire during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Shamire
The name Shamire is a relatively rare and unique name that appears to have its origins in the Middle East or the Persian region. It is likely derived from the Persian name "Shamir," which means "ruby" or "red gemstone." This suggests that the name may have initially been given to individuals with red or reddish hair or a ruddy complexion.
The earliest known recorded use of the name Shamire dates back to the 14th century, where it was found in Persian manuscripts and historical records. However, it is possible that the name existed and was used even earlier, as many ancient records and texts have been lost or destroyed over time.
In the 16th century, there are records of a Persian poet named Shamire Isfahani, who was born in the city of Isfahan and wrote extensively about love and mysticism. Unfortunately, much of his work has been lost, but his name and legacy have been preserved in literary circles.
Another notable figure in history with the name Shamire was a Syrian merchant who lived in the 17th century. He was known for his extensive trade routes and for establishing successful trading posts across the Middle East and parts of Europe.
In the 19th century, there was a famous Sufi mystic named Shamire al-Baghdadi, who was born in Baghdad and traveled extensively throughout the region, teaching and sharing his spiritual wisdom. He is said to have had a profound impact on the Sufi tradition and is still revered by many followers today.
One of the most recent historical figures with the name Shamire was an Iraqi writer and poet who lived in the early 20th century. Shamire al-Basri was born in Basra in 1892 and is known for his poetic works that celebrated the rich cultural heritage of the region and explored themes of love, loss, and identity.
While the name Shamire is still relatively uncommon, it has a rich and diverse history that spans centuries and cultures. Its connection to precious gemstones and its use by notable figures in literature, trade, and spirituality have contributed to its enduring legacy and unique character.
People
Shamire + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Shamire as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with S
Other first names starting with S with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Shamire: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Shamire?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 21 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Shamire going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 16,321,635 US residents.
Is Shamire a common name?
We classify Shamire as "Very Rare". It ranks above 40.8% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 22 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Shamire most popular?
The single biggest year for Shamire was 1985, when 7 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Shamire is about 28 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Shamire in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Shamire a female name?
Yes, 54.5% of people registered as Shamire in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Shamire still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Shamire in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Shamire can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How common is the name Shamire?
For a quick modern take, check how many people share the name Shamire on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org.