Unknown; likely a modern invented name or phonetic variant.
Shamone is a modern American name with no established etymological root. It gained cultural recognition primarily through its use as an exclamation by Michael Jackson, though its origins as a given name are obscure and likely decorative. It may be intended as a variation of Simone or a rhythmic invention.
Less common today
Shamone isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #4,969 in 1990.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).
A character mentioned in urban legends and pop culture references to Michael Jackson's vocalizations Β· Michael Jackson's 'Bad' era lyrics