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ShaimaIslamic Male Arabic name meaning

Graceful, Beautiful

Pronunciation: shay-MAH

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Name
Shaima
Meaning
Graceful, Beautiful
Origin
Arabic
Religion
Islamic
Language
Arabic, Urdu, Persian, Hindi, English, Pashto
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
shay-MAH
Lucky Number
9
9
Lucky Number
Thursday
Lucky Day
Arabic
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Shaima mean?

Shaima is a male name from Arabic origin meaning "Graceful". It is used in Islamic naming contexts and appears in English, Urdu, Arabic, Hindi, Pashto. Pronunciation: shay-MAH. Lucky number: 9. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Translation

Meaning in Urdu

🇵🇰Urdu

شیمہ

شیمہ کا مطلب ہے اچھی عادات یا سیرت

Source Language

Meaning in Arabic

Arabic is used to show the source-language meaning and cultural nuance.

شيمة

شيمة تعني السمة أو العادة الحسنة

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

shay-MAH

IPA

/ʃɑjˈmɑː/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Arabic

Language Usage

EnglishUrduArabicHindiPashto

Religion

Islamic Name Context

Shaima is listed as a islamic male name with Arabic origin. Its meaning is Graceful. Category: Islamic.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

9

Lucky Day

Thursday

Lucky Colors

SilverGrayWhite

Lucky Stone

Moonstone

Life Path Number

3

Numerology meaning: Creativity, self-expression, and artistic talents

Personality

Personality Traits

KindGraciousBeautifulV

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Represents the inner beauty and grace of a woman, as described in the Quran.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name Shaima evokes a sense of beauty and refinement, highly valued in many Islamic cultures. It's a name that is often associated with the ideals of grace, elegance, and charm, making it an appealing choice for parents wanting to give their child a name with positive connotations.
In a spiritual context, the name Shaima can be seen as a reminder of the inherent beauty and worth of every individual. It encourages us to strive for inner and outer grace, as well as to appreciate and recognize the beauty in the world around us and in the people we encounter. It can serve as a daily inspiration to live gently, kindly, and with dignity, embodying the best of Islamic values.

Traditional Islamic naming context — Traditional Islamic name with deep spiritual significance in Islamic culture

Historical Usage

Historical References

Shaima bint Tha'laba Al-Khawlani was a poetess and a warrior princess of the Banu Hanifah tribe in pre-Islamic Arabia.

Pre-Islamic Arabia (6th century)

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Shaima

Shaima means good habits or character

🇵🇰Urdu

شیمہ

شیمہ کا مطلب ہے اچھی عادات یا سیرت

🇸🇦Arabic

شيمة

شيمة تعني السمة أو العادة الحسنة

🇮🇳Hindi

शैमा

शैमा का अर्थ है अच्छी आदतें या चरित्र

🇦🇫Pashto

شيمه

شيمه د ښېګړې عاداتو یا سلوک معنی لري

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