Shamala
shah-MAH-lah
Shamala is a girl’s name of Hindi origin, meaning “May be related to Shyamala, a Sanskrit name meaning 'dark' or 'dusky'.”, and peaked in popularity in 1981.
What Shamala Means
“May be related to Shyamala, a Sanskrit name meaning 'dark' or 'dusky'.”
The Story of Shamala
What if your daughter's name is a whisper of the dusk, a name first recorded in the early 1980s with a serene strength?
Shamala may be linked to the Sanskrit name 'Shyamala,' meaning 'dark' or 'dusky.' First appearing in 1980, it carries an essence of serene depth and quiet mystery.
The name Shamala evokes a sense of calm strength and gentle mystery. You envision your daughter with this name, possessing a deep spirit and an independent, grounding presence.
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Compassionate, humanitarian, and visionary. Names vibrating at 9 carry universal love.
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Spelling Variations
Peak Year
#6 in 1981
Total Births
11
First Recorded
1980
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