The name Shemeka is of African American origin, derived from the Swahili word 'Shemeji', which translates to 'beauty'. It is a unique and distinctive name that has gained popularity in recent years. Pronounced as /shuh-MEE-kuh/, it consists of three syllables and has an elegant rhythm when spoken aloud.
"Shemeka's popularity peaked between 1978 and 1982, with a high of 135 births in 1982. After that, it steadily declined until 1994, reaching just 10 births by 1995. Since then, it has remained quite uncommon, with no more than 8 births per year."