Shalima
Shalima is a girl baby name. Ranked #60,608 in the US, popular nicknames include Sha, Shy, and Shaie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Shalima first appeared in US Social Security records in 1975.
Over 5 babies have been named Shalima in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Shalima is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #60,608 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #60,608
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
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About the Name Shalima
Shalima is a girl name .
Shalima is currently ranked #60,608 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Shalima include Sha, Shy, Shaie, and Shalie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Shalima include Shalom . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis