Shameka Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Shameka is a modern name with roots in African American Vernacular English. It combines the prefix 'Sha-' with feminine elements, symbolizing beauty and strength. The name emerged in the late 20th century and has become associated with cultural identity. There is no biblical relevance, but it carries a contemporary image. Variants include Shamika and Meka, and notable individuals with this name include basketball player Shameka Christon.
The name Shameka is most popular in Mississippi, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the South region. 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, Shameka has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Shameka' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 972nd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 795th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7406th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Shameka' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Shameka"
Pronunciation
/ʃəˈmiːkə/
Origin
African American Vernacular English
Etymology
The name Shameka is believed to be a modern creation, likely derived from combining the prefix 'Sha-' which is common in many African American names with elements that evoke femininity or strength.
Meaning
The meaning of the name is often associated with beauty and strength.
Language Evolution
Sha- (prefix used in many names), Meka (variation of 'Mika' or 'Meka')
Historical Usage
The name Shameka gained popularity in the United States during the late 20th century, particularly in the 1970s and 1980s.
Variants & Derivatives
Shamika, Meka, Sha
Modern Popularity & Image
Shameka is perceived as a contemporary and unique name, often associated with individuality and cultural identity.
Famous People
Shameka Christon (basketball player), Shameka S. Johnson (author)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Shameka"
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 "Shameka"
"Shameka" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 972nd of 19264 | 2,078 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 795th of 27321 | 3,869 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 7406th of 35406 | 244 |
Regional Popularity of "Shameka" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Shameka" 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) |
39.70% 1166th/2937 |
27.10% 944th/3483 |
17.82% 627th/3518 |
35.26% 1426th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
26.46% 975th/3685 |
21.21% 949th/4475 |
9.18% 477th/5194 |
29.52% 1865th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
64.93% 4748th/7313 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Shameka"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Shameka" 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.