Shamarr is a distinctive and unique given name of African American origin, derived from the Swahili word "shams" meaning sun. It is pronounced as sha-MAR with the stress on the second syllable. This name gained popularity in the United States during the 1970s and 1980s but remains relatively uncommon today. Shamarr is often used for males, although it can be given to females as well.
The name Shamarr has seen varied popularity over the years, with significant peaks occurring between 1998 and 2003. The most popular years were 1998 and 1999, with 17 and 19 births respectively. After 2003, the number of annual births decreased consistently until it reached a low of 5 in 2020. Overall, there have been 299 babies named Shamarr since 1978.