Shamea is an uncommon given name of African origin, particularly from the Ashanti ethnic group in Ghana. It means "one who brings light" or "bearer of light." Traditionally given to girls, it has also been used as a boy's name in recent times. The name Shamea is often associated with warmth, brightness, and positivity due to its meaning.
Shamea, while not incredibly popular, has seen some fluctuation in usage over the years with a notable peak in 1983.