How Many People Are Named Shamil?

Complete statistics for the name Shamil: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Shamil
Very Rare
Arabic

Shamil means 'supplanter' in Arabic, making it a name rich in historical significance. Only 51 people named Shamil live in the US today, which means 1 in 6,429,208 Americans have this name. The name peaked in popularity in 1993 with 11 births.

~51
Living in US
1 in 6,429,208
Americans
1993
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Supplanter
🌐
Origin
Arabic
🌟
Lucky Day
Friday
💎
Lucky Stone
Amethyst
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 8
Personality Traits
Determined Strong Resolute
8
Life Path Number

Life-path number 8 symbolizes leadership, authority, and material success.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

188,423
Worldwide Bearers
#5,566
Global Rank
🇷🇺 Russia
116,549
🇺🇿 Uzbekistan
20,883
🇹🇯 Tajikistan
8,692
🇱🇰 Sri Lanka
8,084
🇪🇹 Ethiopia
6,011
🇰🇿 Kazakhstan
5,508
🇹🇲 Turkmenistan
4,722
🇮🇶 Iraq
3,515
🇰🇬 Kyrgyzstan
2,536
🇦🇫 Afghanistan
2,175

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
37 (71%)
♀ Female
15 (29%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 34
11
Would be under 30 (21%)
42
Would be 30–60 (79%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 53 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 1993

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
44
Classic Feel
24
Modern Appeal
76
International
100

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Shamil Through the Generations

Shamil, a name with roots in Arabic, has seen a steady presence in the United States since its introduction. With only 51 individuals bearing this name today, it stands out as a very rare choice. Its peak year was 1993 when 11 babies were given this name, indicating a modern, newer-generation name that has maintained stability over the decades. Currently, the majority of those named Shamil fall within the 30-60 age range, suggesting a name that's been embraced by recent generations.

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Shamil's Arabic roots

📄 About the Name Shamil

How Many People Have the Name Shamil?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 51 people in the United States currently share the name Shamil. That works out to roughly 1 in every 6,429,208 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Shamil a Common or Rare Name?

Shamil is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Shamil Mean?

Shamil means "supplanter" and comes from Arabic origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 8.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Shamil in SSA data, approximately 71% are male and 29% are female.

When Was Shamil Most Popular?

The name Shamil reached peak popularity in 1993, with 11 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Shamil?

Approximately 51 people named Shamil live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 53. That works out to roughly 1 in 6,429,208 Americans.

Is Shamil a rare name?

Shamil is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 6,429,208 Americans has this name.

What does the name Shamil mean?

Shamil means "supplanter" and comes from Arabic origins.

Is Shamil more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 71% of people named Shamil are male and 29% are female.

When was Shamil most popular?

Shamil peaked in 1993 with 11 births that year. Current trend: Stable.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US51
All-Time Births53
1 in X1 in 6,429,208
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age34
Peak Year1993
World Rank#5,566
Male %71%
Female %29%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.