A modern creation, possibly meaning princess or night traveler.
Shamyra is a modern American name likely formed by combining the popular prefix 'Sha-' with the name Myra. It may also be influenced by the Arabic name Samira, which means 'companion in evening conversation' or 'night traveler'. In some contexts, it is associated with the Hebrew word for 'guardian' or 'protector'.
Less common today
Shamyra isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,694 in 1999.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
