Arabic · Girl Name
Shaima.
شيماء
“Of good character, virtue; foster sister of Prophet”
- MeaningOf good character, virtue; foster sister of Prophet
- OriginArabic
- GenderGirl
- Arabicشيماء
- PronunciationSHAI-ma
About the name
Shaima (شيماء) is a Arabic name traditionally given to a girl. It means “Of good character, virtue; foster sister of Prophet.” Islam places emphasis on names with beautiful meanings — the Prophet ﷺ is reported to have occasionally renamed companions whose names carried heavy or unpleasant connotations. A name like Shaima is safely within the tradition of names that carry dignity, aspiration or righteous association.
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Shaima mean?+
Shaima means "Of good character, virtue; foster sister of Prophet". It is a Arabic name, traditionally given to a girl.
How do you write Shaima in Arabic?+
Shaima is written شيماء in Arabic script. Roman spellings vary slightly between regions — the Arabic form is the stable reference.
Is Shaima a good Islamic name?+
Yes. Shaima is an established Islamic name of Arabic origin. Islam encourages names with good meanings, and "Of good character, virtue; foster sister of Prophet" is well regarded.
How do you pronounce Shaima?+
A simple English reading is SHAI-ma. For the authentic Arabic pronunciation, listen to a native speaker — most regional recitation apps and Qur'an platforms have high-quality audio for common names.