Shamila
Girl nameShamila has been given to 133 babies in the U.S. since 1978. It peaked in 2001.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
133
Peak year
2001 (18 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1978
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Shamila — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Shamila.
Sibling name ideas for Shamila
Same era and popularity as Shamila, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Shamila?
Shamila has been given to 133 babies in the U.S. since 1978. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Shamila peak?
Shamila peaked in 2001, when 18 babies were given the name.
Is Shamila a girl or boy name?
Shamila is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Shamila are girls).
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