A modern American name, possibly meaning thorn or guardian
Shamera is a contemporary American creation, likely formed as a variation of the Arabic name Shamira or influenced by names like Tamara. In its Arabic roots, it can mean 'thorn' or 'one who is protected.' It gained some usage in the late 20th century as part of a trend for rhythmic, multi-syllabic names ending in -era.
Less common today
Shamera isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #4,964 in 1991.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
