Shemeka

Girl name

Shemeka has been given to 1,563 babies in the U.S. since 1971. It peaked in 1982.

Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025

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Total babies

1,563

Peak year

1982 (135 babies)

Rank in 2025

Below top 1000

First recorded

1971

10-year trend

New / returning

Gender split

All girls

Names one letter away from Shemeka — alternate spellings parents actually use.

6,191 babies since 1971

Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Shemeka.

1,569 babies since 1972

1,551 babies since 1969

1,550 babies since 1954

1,577 babies since 1952

1,577 babies since 1983

1,578 babies since 1969

1,587 babies since 1937

1,539 babies since 1967

How popular is the name Shemeka?

Shemeka has been given to 1,563 babies in the U.S. since 1971. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.

When did the name Shemeka peak?

Shemeka peaked in 1982, when 135 babies were given the name.

Is Shemeka a girl or boy name?

Shemeka is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Shemeka are girls).

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