The nameChayma
Chayma is an Arabic girl's name, given in France mostly in the 2000s and 2010s.
- Girl's name
- Arabic
Meaning
It is often read as "beauty mark" or "fine quality".
Origin
Arabic. Shayma was the name of the Prophet Muhammad's foster sister.
History
First found in France in the mid 1980s, Chayma peaked around 2010, notably in Île-de-France. It is less common today.
Popularity of the name Chayma
Chayma in France
Chayma was most popular in France in the 2010s, with 905 births over the decade, 42% of all recorded babies named Chayma. Its rise began around 1992, and it peaked in 2010. Half of all babies named Chayma in France were born before 2009, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers. Over the last five years on record, it has been falling: 16 births a year on average, against 53 in the five years before.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Chayma mean?
It is often read as "beauty mark" or "fine quality".
What is the origin of the name Chayma?
Arabic. Shayma was the name of the Prophet Muhammad's foster sister.
Is Chayma a girl's or a boy's name?
Chayma is a girl's name.