Shamay
Girl nameShamay has been given to 5 babies in the U.S. since 1972. It peaked in 1972.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
5
Peak year
1972 (5 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1972
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Shamay — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Shamay.
Sibling name ideas for Shamay
Same era and popularity as Shamay, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Shamay?
Shamay has been given to 5 babies in the U.S. since 1972. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Shamay peak?
Shamay peaked in 1972, when 5 babies were given the name.
Is Shamay a girl or boy name?
Shamay is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Shamay are girls).
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