Shameka
Shameka is a girl's name of Contemporary origin.
Meaning
Modern invented name; often interpreted as 'she who is loved' or a combination of Sha- and Meka.
Origin and history
Shameka is an invented contemporary American name created by combining popular phonetic prefixes like 'Sha-' with the name Meka or similar modern endings. It gained noticeable popularity in the United States during the late 20th century. Today, the name is rarely given to newborns but remains a recognizable modern classic.
Popularity in the United States
6,191 babies in the United States have been named Shameka since 1880. It ranks #2169 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- NY (10.3 %)
- GA (9.7 %)
- FL (8.4 %)
- NC (8.3 %)
- TX (7.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,626 |
| 1980-1990 | 3,354 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,085 |
| 2000-2010 | 120 |
| 2010-2019 | 6 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Nicknames
Meka, Meki
Fun facts
- Shameka experienced its highest U.S. usage during the late 1970s and 1980s.
- The name reflects a popular U.S. trend of creating unique names using the prefix 'Sha-'.