Shameka

Shameka appears to be a feminine name that gained prominence in the United States during the 1970s and early 1980s. The name likely combines the prefix 'Sha-' (found in names like Shawn and Sharon) with the suffix '-meka,' which became a popular name element during this period. The 'Sha-' element might derive from Irish 'Seán' (John) or could be purely phonetic. Some sources suggest 'Meka' might relate to the Greek 'mekos' (length) or could be a creative modern formation without specific etymological roots. Shameka represents the innovative naming patterns that emerged in American culture during the late 20th century, characterized by distinctive prefixes and suffixes combined to create melodic new names. Though its popularity peaked in the 1970s-80s, the name continues to appear occasionally in contemporary usage, representing a distinctive naming style from this creative period in American naming history.

Pronounced shuh-MEE-kuh.

As of October 2026, Shameka ranked #16652 in US births in 2010 SSA, peaked at #470 in 1980.