One who is calm, tranquil, or peaceful.
Shamya is primarily derived from Sanskrit roots, where it relates to the concept of 'shama' or tranquility. It is often used in South Asian contexts to denote a person who possesses inner peace or a quiet nature. While rare in the United States, it follows the popular trend of names ending in the soft 'ya' sound.
About 5 girls were named Shamya in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
The same feel as Shamya — far less common.
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