The nameSheima
Sheima is a variant of Shaima.
- Girl's name
- Arabic
Meaning
The name of the foster sister of the Prophet Muhammad; its meaning is debated.
Origin
Arabic.
History
In France it was mostly given in the 2000s.
Popularity of the name Sheima
Sheima in France
3667thmost popular girls' name in France, latest official figures
2007peak year (45 births)
555babies named Sheima in France since 1900
Sheima was most popular in France in the 2000s, with 345 births over the decade, 62% of all recorded babies named Sheima. Its rise began around 1989, and it peaked in 2007. Half of all babies named Sheima in France were born before 2006, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers.
Sheima in our baby name lists
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Sheima mean?
The name of the foster sister of the Prophet Muhammad; its meaning is debated.
What is the origin of the name Sheima?
Arabic.
Is Sheima a girl's or a boy's name?
Sheima is a girl's name.