Shamir
Shamir is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Flint, thorn, or guardian.
Origin and history
Shamir is a given name of Hebrew origin, traditionally understood to mean 'flint', 'thorn', or 'guardian'. In biblical tradition, the Shamir is a mythical worm or stone capable of cutting through solid rock. In the United States, it remains a relatively rare choice primarily seen in modern decades.
Popularity in the United States
1,512 babies in the United States have been named Shamir since 1880. It ranks #3227 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1748.
States where it is most popular
- NY (40.7 %)
- PA (25.8 %)
- NJ (24.7 %)
- FL (3.8 %)
- IL (1.7 %)
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 | 5 |
| 1980-1990 | 220 |
| 1990-2000 | 314 |
| 2000-2010 | 409 |
| 2010-2019 | 385 |
| 2020-2029 | 179 |
Fun facts
- In Rabbinic tradition, the Shamir was a legendary object or creature used by King Solomon to cut stone without iron tools.