There are574
Shamis in the USA
Shami is the38532nd
most common last name in the USAHistorical figures and celebrities called Shami
SharmeenObaid-Chinoy
Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy is a Pakistani documentary filmmaker and activist, known for her work highlighting social issues and human rights.NaeemShami
Naeem Shami is a Pakistani film producer and director, known for his contributions to the Pakistani film industry.JamshedShami
Jamshed Shami is a Pakistani cricketer who played as a fast bowler and represented Pakistan in international cricket.AyeshaShami
Ayesha Shami is an Indian actress known for her work in the Tamil and Telugu film industries.MohammedShami
Mohammed Shami is an Indian cricketer who plays as a fast bowler for the Indian national cricket team.ZaheerAbbas
Zaheer Abbas is a former Pakistani cricketer who is widely regarded as one of the finest batsmen in the history of cricket.AshaShami
Asha Shami is an Indian writer known for her contributions to Urdu literature, particularly poetry.HumaQureshi
Huma Qureshi is an Indian actress known for her work in Bollywood films and international projects.GauharKhan
Gauhar Khan is an Indian actress, model, and dancer, known for her appearances in reality shows and Bollywood films.NabeelShami
Nabeel Shami is a Pakistani journalist and news anchor, known for his work in the field of journalism.Shami Genealogy
OriginsThe surname 'Shami' is of Arabic origin and is common among Muslim populations. It is derived from the Arabic word for 'Damascus' and may indicate ancestral connections to the city.
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Shami' is distributed in various countries with significant Muslim populations, including Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, and countries in the Middle East and North Africa.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Shami' include 'Sham', 'Shammi', and 'Shamie'.
Migration and ImmigrationThe name 'Shami' may have been carried by immigrants from the Middle East to other countries, due to factors such as work, education, or seeking refuge.
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