To guard, protect, or preserve
Shamarra is a modern elaboration of the Hebrew root 'shamar', which means to keep, guard, or watch over. It follows the stylistic pattern of names like Tamara or Samara, blending a traditional linguistic root with a contemporary feminine suffix. While rare, it carries a strong sense of vigilance and care.
Less common today
Shamarra isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #10,491 in 1998.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).