Shamar Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Shamar is a Hebrew name meaning 'to keep' or 'to guard'. It evolved from its ancient roots in Hebrew and has variants that reflect its cultural significance. The name conveys traits of protection and watchfulness and is mentioned in the Bible, adding to its historical relevance.
The name Shamar is most popular in Maryland, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Shamar has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Shamar' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2416th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1241st out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 805th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1871st out of 23106 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 8765th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 8171st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 17951st out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Shamar' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Shamar"
Pronunciation
/ʃəˈmɑːr/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Shamar is derived from the Hebrew verb 'shamar', which means 'to keep', 'to guard', or 'to observe'. This name is associated with the concept of protection and watchfulness.
Meaning
to keep, to guard, to observe
Language Evolution
Shamar, Shamaar, Shamur
Biblical Background
Shamar is mentioned in the Hebrew Bible, often in the context of guarding or keeping watch over something sacred or important.
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in Jewish communities and has been used in various forms throughout history, especially in religious contexts.
Variants & Derivatives
Shamari, Shamaron, Shamariah
Modern Popularity & Image
In contemporary times, Shamar is viewed positively, often associated with strength and guardianship. It has gained traction in various cultures as a unique and meaningful choice.
Famous People
Shamar Moore - American actor, Shamar A. - Notable athlete
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Shamar"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Shamar"
"Shamar" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2416th of 10718 | 254 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1241st of 16616 | 1,150 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 805th of 24088 | 3,729 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1871st of 23106 | 987 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 8765th of 19264 | 62 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 8171st of 27321 | 135 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 17951st of 35406 | 52 |
Regional Popularity of "Shamar" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
60.98% 1791st/2937 |
34.68% 1208th/3483 |
64.38% 2265th/3518 |
50.91% 2059th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
40.43% 1490th/3685 |
14.91% 667th/4475 |
28.21% 1465th/5194 |
48.79% 3082nd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
19.38% 888th/4582 |
11.08% 572nd/5164 |
9.28% 679th/7313 |
24.04% 1794th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
48.52% 1933rd/3984 |
34.25% 1537th/4487 |
23.59% 1609th/6822 |
75.38% 4731st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Shamar" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Shamar"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Shamar" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.