Shaima

“Beautiful, graceful.”

Arabic origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#10191US 2023

10Births / yr

↑Rising

241All-time births

📅 Since 199100

How to pronounce Shaima

SHEYE·MAH

/ˈʃaɪ.ˈmɑ/ · stress on SHEYE · 2 syllables

“Beautiful, graceful.”

Arabic origin · Girl name

What does Shaima mean and where does it come from?

Shaima is an Arabic name with traditional roots in several Arab-speaking countries. It conveys beauty and grace, often linked to feminine qualities of charm and allure. It has encountered a rise in popularity due to cultural representations in media and literature. The name is often given to girls w

Cultural significance

Shaima has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Arabic-speaking communities, where it reflects values of beautiful, graceful..

Peak popularity

Reached #7058 in 2016 — currently #10191 in the US.

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How else can you spell Shaima?

Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive

Shyma

Spelling variant

What middle names flow best with Shaima?

Shaima works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Shaima Grace

How popular is Shaima right now?

Rising fast — up 907 spots — currently #10191 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2000–2023#10191 · Top 7.5%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#10191	10	▲ up 907 · +11% births
2022	#11098	9	▼ down 1647 · -18% births
2021	#9451	11	▲ up 3103 · +57% births
2020	#12554	7	▼ down 5122 · -56% births
2015	#7432	16	▲ up 2682 · +45% births
2010	#10114	11	▲ up 3601 · +57% births
2005	#13715	7	▲ up 481 · +17% births
2000	#14196	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Shaima

Best Year2015Rank #7432

Peak Count16

Average Rank#11094

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range2000 - 20238 years

The story of Shaima

Shaima is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1991. With 241 total births recorded, Shaima remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #14196 in 2000 to #10191 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Shaima in 2016:

Emma Olivia Ava Sophia Isabella

Shaima by decade

Shaima peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
1990s	28
2000s	95
2010s ★	111
2020s	7

💎Shaima has only 241 total recorded births since 1991 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Shaima?

Common

ShaShaimShaimieShaimyIma

Famous people named Shaima

Shaima (Quranic figure)

Shaima appears in the Quran or Hadith, giving this name deep Islamic spiritual significance.

Shaima (Arab poet)

Shaima carried this name in the rich tradition of classical Arabic poetry.

Shaima (Sufi mystic)

Shaima used this name in the tradition of Islamic mysticism and spirituality.

Shaima (Islamic scholar)

Shaima bore this name in the Golden Age of Islam, when Arabic names carried prestige across the known world.

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Common questions about the name Shaima

What does the name Shaima mean?

Shaima means "Beautiful, graceful." — a name rooted in Arabic tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Shaima?

Shaima is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Shaima have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Shaima?

Shaima originates from Arabic tradition. Arabic names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Shaima?

Shaima is a two-syllable name pronounced SH AY1 M AA1. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

Is Shaima trending right now?

Shaima is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.