Shima
Girl nameShima has been given to 111 babies in the U.S. since 1975. It peaked in 1979.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
111
Peak year
1979 (8 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1975
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Shima — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Shima.
Sibling name ideas for Shima
Same era and popularity as Shima, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Shima?
Shima has been given to 111 babies in the U.S. since 1975. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Shima peak?
Shima peaked in 1979, when 8 babies were given the name.
Is Shima a girl or boy name?
Shima is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Shima are girls).
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