Shemarion
A combination of "Shem" meaning name and "Mariam" meaning exalted.
Name Census estimates that about 6 living Americans carry the first name Shemarion. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Shemarion today is around 21 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Shemarion births was 2005 (6 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Shemarion. 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 Shemarion. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
6
~ 1 in 57,125,723 Americans
Peak year
2005
6 babies that year
Average age
21
years old
2005 SSA rank
#11,250
Tracked since 2005
Popularity
Shemarion: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Shemarion 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 Shemarion during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | 6 | 0 | 6 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Shemarion
The name Shemarion has its origins deeply rooted in ancient Hebrew culture and language. It is believed to have been derived from the Hebrew word "shemara," which means "to guard" or "to watch over." This name likely emerged during the early biblical times, when names often carried significant symbolic meanings related to one's hopes, aspirations, or the circumstances surrounding a child's birth.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Shemarion can be found in the Book of Genesis, where it is mentioned as the name of a prominent figure among the Israelites. This ancient text, which dates back to around the 6th century BCE, suggests that the name Shemarion was already in use during the formative years of Abrahamic religions.
Throughout the centuries, the name Shemarion has been borne by several notable individuals. One such person was Shemarion ben Azariah, a renowned Jewish scholar and rabbi who lived in the 2nd century CE. He is best known for his contributions to the Mishnah, one of the most important texts in Jewish religious literature.
Another historical figure bearing the name Shemarion was a 5th-century Christian martyr who was executed for his unwavering faith during the Roman persecutions. His sacrifice and unwavering devotion have been celebrated in various religious texts and accounts from that era.
In the 9th century, a prominent Islamic philosopher and scientist named Shemarion al-Battani made significant contributions to the fields of astronomy and mathematics. His works, which included accurate calculations of the solar year and the development of trigonometric tables, had a lasting impact on the advancement of scientific knowledge during the Islamic Golden Age.
During the Renaissance period, a renowned Italian painter and sculptor named Shemarion della Robbia gained widespread recognition for his innovative techniques in glazed terracotta sculpture. His works, which adorned numerous churches and public buildings across Italy, are considered masterpieces of the Renaissance era.
Throughout history, the name Shemarion has transcended cultural and religious boundaries, appearing in various contexts and carrying with it a sense of protection, guardianship, and vigilance. While its exact origins may be shrouded in the mists of time, the enduring presence of this name serves as a testament to its timeless appeal and the rich tapestry of human civilization.
People
Shemarion + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Shemarion as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
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Other names starting with S
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FAQ
Shemarion: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Shemarion?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 6 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Shemarion 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 57,125,723 US residents.
Is Shemarion a common name?
We classify Shemarion as "Very Rare". It ranks above 22.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 6 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Shemarion most popular?
The single biggest year for Shemarion was 2005, when 6 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Shemarion is about 21 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 Shemarion in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Shemarion a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Shemarion in the SSA data are male. 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 Shemarion still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Shemarion 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 Shemarion 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 Shemarion?
For a quick modern estimate, our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers that in one glance, with the living-bearer count front and centre.