Shemar Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Shemar is a modern American name that likely derives from the biblical name Shem. It has evolved from its biblical roots to become a contemporary choice. The name is often seen as strong and creative, with connections to biblical heritage through its association with Shem. It has gained popularity in recent decades and is linked to notable figures in entertainment.
The name Shemar is most popular in Florida, 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, Shemar 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, 'Shemar' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3904th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1335th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3702nd out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 33240th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Shemar' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Shemar"
Pronunciation
/ʃəˈmɑːr/
Origin
Modern American
Etymology
The name Shemar is believed to be a contemporary invention, possibly a blend of the names Shem, a biblical figure, and the suffix '-ar'. It does not have a direct traditional etymology.
Meaning
The name Shemar does not have a widely recognized meaning, though it is often associated with the biblical figure Shem.
Language Evolution
Shem, Shemar
Biblical Background
Shemar is related to Shem, one of the sons of Noah in the Hebrew Bible.
Historical Usage
Shemar gained popularity in the late 20th century and has been used predominantly in the United States.
Variants & Derivatives
Shem, Shamar
Modern Popularity & Image
The name Shemar is perceived as modern and trendy, often associated with creativity and strength.
Famous People
Shemar Moore, an American actor and former model., Shemar McKenzie, a Canadian actor.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Shemar"
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 "Shemar"
"Shemar" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3904th of 16616 | 209 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1335th of 24088 | 1,805 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3702nd of 23106 | 352 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 33240th of 35406 | 6 |
Regional Popularity of "Shemar" 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) |
55.28% 2037th/3685 |
44.67% 1999th/4475 |
32.71% 1699th/5194 |
60.06% 3794th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
33.72% 1545th/4582 |
18.73% 967th/5164 |
14.06% 1028th/7313 |
38.09% 2843rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
71.34% 2842nd/3984 |
71.52% 3209th/4487 |
52.68% 3594th/6822 |
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Regional Popularity of "Shemar" 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 "Shemar"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Shemar" 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.