Starshemah is a unique and distinctive female given name of African origin. It is derived from the Yoruba people's language and culture in West Africa, particularly Nigeria.
The name Starshemah is composed of two elements: "Ori" which means "head," "Ore" meaning "riches or wealth," and the suffix "-mah." The combination results in a name that signifies "rich-headedness" or "abundance of wisdom."
Starshemah has no recorded history as it was likely not used traditionally among the Yoruba people. However, the name's components are deeply rooted in Yoruba mythology and culture. For instance, Ori is one of the seven primordial spirits according to Yoruba beliefs, representing destiny or the inner head.
The suffix "-mah" is also common in other Yoruba names like Ayomah ("joy is wealth") and Omamah ("peace is wealth"). It suggests that Starshemah was potentially created as a blend of these existing naming practices.
Today, Starshemah is considered an innovative name choice, offering a unique opportunity to honor African heritage while providing a distinctive identity.
Based on the provided statistics, Starshemah is a rare and unique name in the United States. In 1980 alone, there were only five recorded births of individuals named Starshemah nationwide. Since then, the total number of births with this name has remained relatively low, with no more than five occurrences each year since that time period. This indicates that Starshemah is not a common name and is likely to be found among individuals who have parents or guardians who preferred an uncommon and distinctive moniker for their child.