Shameka
girl nameShameka entered the US charts in 1971, peaked at #470 in 1980, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1971–2025
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rank today
#470
peak (1980)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #1486 |
| 1980s | #610 |
| 1990s | #1899 |
| 2000s | #8106 |
| 2010s | #14959 |
Living bearers
About 6,000 people named Shameka are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Shameka alive today was born around 1983, making them about 42 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Shameka in 2025?
- Shameka is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Shameka most popular?
- Shameka peaked in 1980, reaching #470 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Shameka with classmates?
- Shameka will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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