Sima

Q: What is the origin of Sima?

Sima is of Hebrew origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: Is Sima a girl name?

Sima is traditionally a girl name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

female

Updated 7 months ago

Meaning

"Listener or Face"

Used across cultures with different etymologies, including Hebrew-derived listener interpretations and Persian senses related to face.

Themes:multioriginshorttraditional

Biblical Unique Rare

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Popularity History of Sima

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#2452Ranked in 2024

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Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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Selected Year Rank

#2452

Sima was nationally ranked in 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year

+717

better than 2023

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Sima Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Sima.

8 ideas

simy

Nickname

sima

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sie

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simaie

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Baby Name Lists That Include Sima

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Sima mean?

Sima means "Listener or Face". Used across cultures with different etymologies, including Hebrew-derived listener interpretations and Persian senses re

What is the origin of Sima?

Sima is of Hebrew origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Sima?

According to the latest SSA data, Sima is currently ranked #2452 in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Sima a girl name?

Sima is traditionally a girl name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Sima?

Popular nicknames for Sima include simy, sima, sie, sy, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Sima?

There are many names similar to Sima in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginHebrew, Slavic, Persian

Syllables2

Length4 letters

US Rank#2452

Trend↑ Rising

Starts withS

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Abe Arron Aaden Avraham Ammon

Sisters

Ann Anita Alisha Abbie Annmarie

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