Shaima
SHAY-mah
Shaima is a girl’s name of Arabic origin, meaning “Shaima is an Arabic name meaning 'having a beauty spot' or 'virtuous'. It signifies beauty and moral excellence.”, and peaked in popularity in 2016.
What Shaima Means
“Shaima is an Arabic name meaning 'having a beauty spot' or 'virtuous'. It signifies beauty and moral excellence.”
The Story of Shaima
They say a beauty spot marks a soul destined for grace, and this name carries that whisper of destiny just for your child.
Shaima is an Arabic name rooted in the concept of having a mark of beauty, a mole or beauty spot, a physical sign of favor. It is also deeply tied to the idea of being virtuous and possessing moral excellence. This name has been cherished in Arabic-speaking cultures for centuries, a testament to the value placed on both inner character and outward grace.
Imagine tracing the delicate curve of your baby's ear and whispering 'Shaima,' feeling the gentle weight of a name that signifies both outward loveliness and inner goodness. It is a name you will write with pride on cards and announcements, a quiet affirmation of the serene beauty and steadfast virtue you already see in your child.
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Compassionate, humanitarian, and visionary. Names vibrating at 9 carry universal love.
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#17 in 2016
Total Births
271
First Recorded
1991
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