Shamir Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Shamir is a name of Hebrew origin meaning 'thorn'. It has evolved through ancient and modern Hebrew and is recognized for its biblical relevance. The name has a strong cultural significance and is associated with strength. It gained popularity in the 20th century, especially in Israel, and continues to be a distinctive choice today.
The name Shamir is most popular in New Jersey, 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, Shamir 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, 'Shamir' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 9331st out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2380th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2712th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3282nd out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 8318th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 14434th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Shamir' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Shamir"
Pronunciation
/ʃəˈmɪər/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Shamir comes from the Hebrew word 'shamir' which means 'thorn' or 'tooth of a thorn'. In the Bible, it refers to a place in the land of Judah.
Meaning
thorn
Language Evolution
Ancient Hebrew: שָׁמִיר (Shamir), Biblical Hebrew: שָׁמִיר (Shamir), Modern Hebrew: שָׁמִיר (Shamir)
Biblical Background
In the Bible, Shamir refers to a place mentioned in Joshua 15:48, indicating its historical significance in Jewish tradition.
Historical Usage
The name Shamir has been used in Jewish communities for centuries and gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in Israel.
Variants & Derivatives
Shamira, Shamire, Shamiri
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Shamir is perceived as a unique and culturally rich name, often associated with strength and resilience.
Famous People
Shamir Bailey, an American singer-songwriter, Shamir Nazimova, a notable figure in Middle Eastern literature
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Shamir"
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 "Shamir"
"Shamir" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 9331st of 10718 | 10 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2380th of 16616 | 431 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2712th of 24088 | 633 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3282nd of 23106 | 417 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 8318th of 27321 | 131 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 14434th of 35406 | 83 |
Regional Popularity of "Shamir" 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) |
- |
22.17% 992nd/4475 |
- | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
20.37% 1052nd/5164 |
60.11% 4396th/7313 |
63.81% 4762nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
69.30% 2761st/3984 |
39.67% 1780th/4487 |
51.19% 3492nd/6822 |
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Regional Popularity of "Shamir" 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 "Shamir"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Shamir" 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.