Shamese
girl nameShamese entered the US charts in 1983, peaked at #10275 in 1983, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1983–2025
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rank today
#10275
peak (1983)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #10800 |
| 1990s | #12958 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Shamese are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Shamese alive today was born around 1987, making them about 38 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Shamese in 2025?
- Shamese is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Shamese most popular?
- Shamese peaked in 1983, reaching #10275 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Shamese with classmates?
- Shamese will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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