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ShamimaIslamic Male Arabic name meaning

Graceful, Beautiful

Pronunciation: /ʃəˈmiːmə/

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Name
Shamima
Meaning
Graceful, Beautiful
Origin
Arabic
Religion
Islamic
Language
Arabic, Bengali, Urdu, Hindi, English, Pashto
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
/ʃəˈmiːmə/
Lucky Number
5
5
Lucky Number
Thursday
Lucky Day
Arabic
Origin
Male
Gender

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What does Shamima mean?

Shamima 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: /ʃəˈmiːmə/. Lucky number: 5. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Translation

Meaning in Urdu

🇵🇰Urdu

شامیمہ

سورج کا بتارا

Source Language

Meaning in Arabic

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

شاميمة

من الشمس

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

/ʃəˈmiːmə/

IPA

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Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Arabic

Language Usage

EnglishUrduArabicHindiPashto

Religion

Islamic Name Context

Shamima 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

5

Lucky Day

Thursday

Lucky Colors

GoldBlue

Lucky Stone

Amethyst

Life Path Number

2

Numerology meaning: A person with a strong intuition and emotional sensitivity

Personality

Personality Traits

CalmPeacefulGracefulBeautifulDeterminedStrong-willedMysterious

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

A symbol of inner peace and tranquility

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name Shamima holds significant cultural importance in the Islamic community. The name has Arabic origins and is derived from the Arabic words "Shama" meaning "calm" and "Mima" meaning "the one who bestows peace". This name resonates with the Islamic values of inner peace, tranquility, and calmness, which are highly valued in Muslim culture. The name Shamima is also associated with beauty and grace in Middle Eastern culture, reflecting one of the many divine aspects of the Creator.
The name Shamima holds great spiritual significance for Muslims. It is believed that the name reflects the inner qualities of someone who is calm, peaceful, and has a beautiful soul. It is a reminder of the importance of inner peace and tranquility, which is a fundamental aspect of both Islamic teachings and Sufi philosophy. The name Shamima is also seen as a reflection of Allah's divine attribute of being the Bestower of Peace and a reminder of His infinite mercy and compassion. It encourages those who bear this name to strive towards inner peace, faith, and obedience to Allah, thus allowing them to live a meaningful and fulfilling life.

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

Historical Usage

Historical References

Historical records show that Various Islamic scholars and saints The name Shamima carried significant weight in that era.

Throughout Islamic history

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

Shamima BegumShamima Akhtar

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Shamima

From the Sun

🇵🇰Urdu

شامیمہ

سورج کا بتارا

🇸🇦Arabic

شاميمة

من الشمس

🇮🇳Hindi

शामिमा

सूरज की प्रेमिया

🇦🇫Pashto

شاميمه

شمس مات

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