Shamyia is an attractive, yet uncommon feminine given name of African origin. It is derived from Arabic roots and means "desired." While it shares some similarity with other names like Shamya and Shamiya, Shamyia stands distinct due to its unique spelling and sound. In recent years, the name has been gaining popularity among parents seeking original and meaningful names for their daughters.
The name Shamyia experienced significant popularity from the late 1980s to early 2000s, with a peak of 30 births in 2002. However, its usage has since declined, with fewer than 10 births recorded annually since 2005. Overall, there have been 350 babies named Shamyia between 1989 and 2015.