Shamel
boy nameShamel entered the US charts in 1974, peaked at #1672 in 1985, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1974–2025
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rank today
#1672
peak (1985)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #3142 |
| 1980s | #2019 |
| 1990s | #2527 |
| 2000s | #4510 |
| 2010s | #6947 |
| 2020s | #10977 |
Living bearers
About 1,000 people named Shamel are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Shamel alive today was born around 1993, making them about 32 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Shamel in 2025?
- Shamel is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Shamel most popular?
- Shamel peaked in 1985, reaching #1672 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Shamel with classmates?
- Shamel will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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