Shami
girl nameShami entered the US charts in 1965, peaked at #5817 in 1965, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1965–2025
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rank today
#5817
peak (1965)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1960s | #5817 |
| 1970s | #8775 |
| 1980s | #9095 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Shami are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Shami alive today was born around 1974, making them about 51 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Shami in 2025?
- Shami is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Shami most popular?
- Shami peaked in 1965, reaching #5817 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Shami with classmates?
- Shami will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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