Shemeka
girl nameShemeka entered the US charts in 1971, peaked at #1056 in 1979, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1971–2025
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rank today
#1056
peak (1979)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #2223 |
| 1980s | #1661 |
| 1990s | #6345 |
| 2000s | #13499 |
Living bearers
About 1,500 people named Shemeka are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Shemeka alive today was born around 1981, making them about 44 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Shemeka in 2025?
- Shemeka is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Shemeka most popular?
- Shemeka peaked in 1979, reaching #1056 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Shemeka with classmates?
- Shemeka will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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