Shayma
Shayma is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “One with a beauty mark”.
| Meaning | One with a beauty mark |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | شيماء |
| Pronunciation | shay-MAA |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Egypt, Gulf States, Levant, North Africa |
Meaning and origin of Shayma
Shayma is one spelling of Shaymāʾ, an Arabic name for a woman who has a beauty spot, from the root sh-y-m. Muslims treasure it because al-Shaymāʾ bint al-Ḥārith was the Prophet's ﷺ foster sister. While she was still a girl among the Banu Saʿd, she helped her mother Halima look after him. Long afterwards, when she was brought into his presence, the Prophet ﷺ received her with honour.
Is Shayma a Muslim name?
Muslim families love Shayma because it was borne by the foster sister of the Prophet ﷺ.
How popular is Shayma?
It is used throughout the Arab world and by Muslim families in other countries.
Gifts with the name Shayma
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- Muslim baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Shayma
Names similar to Shayma
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Shayma mean?
Shayma means 'One with a beauty mark'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Shayma a Muslim name?
Muslim families love Shayma because it was borne by the foster sister of the Prophet ﷺ.
How do you pronounce Shayma?
Shayma is pronounced shay-MAA.
Is Shayma a boy or girl name?
Shayma is usually a girl name.