Shamika Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Shamika has its roots in Hindi, symbolizing peace and tranquility. It has evolved from its Sanskrit origins and has gained popularity among Indian and Western communities. The name is associated with strength and femininity, with no direct biblical relevance.
The name Shamika is most popular in District of Columbia, 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 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, Shamika 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, 'Shamika' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 15579th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1193rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 888th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 8039th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 20969th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Shamika' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Shamika"
Pronunciation
/ʃəˈmiːkə/
Origin
Hindi
Etymology
The name Shamika is derived from the Hindi word 'शमीका' (Shamika), which is often associated with the goddess Durga, symbolizing peace and tranquility.
Meaning
peace, tranquility
Language Evolution
Shamika (Hindi), Shamika (Sanskrit)
Historical Usage
Shamika has gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly among Indian communities and in Western countries as a unique name choice.
Variants & Derivatives
Shami, Shamika
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Shamika is perceived as a modern and elegant name, often associated with strength and femininity.
Famous People
Shamika S. Smith, an American artist and educator., Shamika S. Wilkins, a notable social activist.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Shamika"
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 "Shamika"
"Shamika" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 15579th of 16616 | 6 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1193rd of 19264 | 1,558 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 888th of 27321 | 3,263 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 8039th of 35406 | 218 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 20969th of 30306 | 22 |
Regional Popularity of "Shamika" 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 "Shamika" 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) |
37.11% 1090th/2937 |
26.01% 906th/3483 |
24.02% 845th/3518 |
39.96% 1616th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
22.17% 817th/3685 |
17.12% 766th/4475 |
12.98% 674th/5194 |
27.54% 1740th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
88.26% 4044th/4582 |
94.17% 4863rd/5164 |
94.65% 6922nd/7313 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Shamika"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Shamika" 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.