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Japanese boy(male) nameJapanese unisex nameShiima
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  • Gender:Male
  • Hiraganatip:しいま
  • Katakanatip:シイマ
  • English Syllablestip:shii-ma (2)
  • Japanese Moraetip:shi-i-ma (3)
  • English transcriptionstip:Shiima, Shīma
  • Nickname examplestip:

    Shiimakun(しいまくん)Click to speech しいまくんShimachan( しまちゃん)Click to speech  しまちゃんImakun( いまくん)Click to speech  いまくん

This name is considered unisex, but it's more commonly used for boys. Japanese girl(female) nameSee the girls' version here.

This name is also used as a surname: Family name / Last nameShiima

Kanji Names & Meanings - 4 variations

In Japanese culture, kanji are characters that originated from Chinese script, and the meaning of a name changes depending on the kanji characters chosen. The more variations of kanji a name has, the more common it is in Japan. Conversely, a name with very few kanji variations is considered unique and rare. Below are the kanji variations for "Shiima," ranked by the total number of "Good!" votes.

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椎舞- Shiima -

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means "mallet, to strike, dull."

Name ideas examples

  • Mallet - Tools extend our abilities and enable us to create. May your child use the right tools wisely for good purposes.

  • Tool Used to Strike Objects - Food represents sustenance, sharing, and the gifts of the earth. May your child be well nourished and share food generously.

  • Dull - Dullness reminds us that even blunt instruments have their purpose and time. May your child know when to be sharp and when to be gentle in approach.

  • Chinquapin - The chinquapin represents evergreen persistence and modest provision. May your child persist with quiet provision.

  • Spine - Spine - The Vertebrae; backbone - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of spine throughout life.

means "to dance, to spin, to toy with."

  • To Dance - To move rhythmically to music, often in a group.

  • To Toy with - To handle as one pleases.

  • Play With - To handle or manipulate something in a playful or mischievous way.

  • Encourage - To give support, confidence, or hope to someone.

  • Stir Up - To cause excitement or enthusiasm.

  • Whirl - To spin or rotate rapidly.

Name ideas examples

  • To Dance - The act of dance represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child dance with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.

  • To Toy with - The act of toy with represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child toy with with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.

  • Play With - Play represents joy, creativity, and the balance essential to a full life. May your child never forget to play, keeping joy and creativity alive.

  • Encourage - Encouraging represents support, motivation, and lifting others up. May your child encourage others, spreading confidence and hope.

  • Stir Up - Up represents growth, improvement, and the continuous journey toward betterment. May your child always strive upward, growing and improving throughout life.

  • Whirl - Speed represents efficiency, responsiveness, and seizing opportunities. May your child act swiftly when needed and patiently when appropriate.

椎馬- Shiima -

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means "mallet, to strike, dull."

Name ideas examples

  • Mallet - Tools extend our abilities and enable us to create. May your child use the right tools wisely for good purposes.

  • Tool Used to Strike Objects - Food represents sustenance, sharing, and the gifts of the earth. May your child be well nourished and share food generously.

  • Dull - Dullness reminds us that even blunt instruments have their purpose and time. May your child know when to be sharp and when to be gentle in approach.

  • Chinquapin - The chinquapin represents evergreen persistence and modest provision. May your child persist with quiet provision.

  • Spine - Spine - The Vertebrae; backbone - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of spine throughout life.

means "horse, large, shogi piece."

  • Horse - A mammal of the equine family; a domesticated animal.

  • Large - A metaphor for something big.

  • Shogi Piece - The "dragon horse" or "knight" in Japanese chess.

  • Metaphor - A large animal used as a metaphor.

Name ideas examples

  • Horse - The horse (午) symbolizes freedom, vitality, and the spirit of adventure. May your child run free like the horse, full of energy and adventurous spirit.

  • Large - Largeness represents generosity, capacity, and the ability to encompass much. May your child have a large heart and mind, generous and encompassing.

  • Shogi Piece - Darkness teaches the value of light and the peace of rest. May your child find peace in quiet moments and value the light.

  • Metaphor - Metaphor represents a role of purpose and contribution to society. May your child embody the metaphor's dedication and skill in their life's work.

椎麻- Shiima -

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means "mallet, to strike, dull."

Name ideas examples

  • Mallet - Tools extend our abilities and enable us to create. May your child use the right tools wisely for good purposes.

  • Tool Used to Strike Objects - Food represents sustenance, sharing, and the gifts of the earth. May your child be well nourished and share food generously.

  • Dull - Dullness reminds us that even blunt instruments have their purpose and time. May your child know when to be sharp and when to be gentle in approach.

  • Chinquapin - The chinquapin represents evergreen persistence and modest provision. May your child persist with quiet provision.

  • Spine - Spine - The Vertebrae; backbone - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of spine throughout life.

means "hemp, linen, numb."

  • Hemp - A plant used for fiber and other purposes.

  • Linen - Fabric made from plant fibers.

  • Numb - Without Feeling; paralyzed.

  • Sesame - A plant producing seeds (when combined).

Name ideas examples

  • Hemp - Hemp - A plant used for fiber and other purposes - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of hemp throughout life.

  • Linen - Fabrics represent the weaving together of life's threads. May your child weave a beautiful tapestry with their life.

  • Numb - Numb - Without Feeling; paralyzed - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of numb throughout life.

  • Sesame - Seeds and eggs contain the promise of new life and future growth. May your child nurture their potential into full flourishing.

志維真- Shiima -

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means "aspiration, will, record."

Name ideas examples

  • Aspiration - Aspiration represents a significant process or state. May your child understand and embody the meaning of aspiration.

  • Will - Will - Determination; intention to achieve - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of will throughout life.

  • Record - Records preserve memory, document truth, and maintain accountability. May your child leave good records of their life, documenting worthy achievements.

  • Document - Documents represent knowledge preserved, records, and lasting communication. May your child document their wisdom for future generations.

  • Resolution - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.

  • Shima - Shima - An abbreviation of Shima - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of shima throughout life.

  • Writings - Writings - A record written down - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of writings throughout life.

means "to bind, rope, thread."

  • To Bind - To Support; to tie; to connect; to maintain.

  • Rope - A Main Rope; a rope for hanging things.

  • Thread - Fiber; string.

  • Bind, Tie - To fasten or secure something with a rope, cord, or other material.

  • Emphasis - Read as "kore" to emphasize what follows.

  • Join, Link - To connect two or more things together.

  • Preserve - To keep something safe or in its original condition.

  • Support - To provide assistance or aid to someone or something.

Name ideas examples

  • To Bind - The act of bind represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child bind with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.

  • Rope - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.

  • Thread - Threads represent connection, continuity, and the fabric of relationships. May your child weave strong threads of connection throughout life.

  • Bind, Tie - Speed represents efficiency, responsiveness, and seizing opportunities. May your child act swiftly when needed and patiently when appropriate.

  • Emphasis - Depth represents profundity, thorough understanding, and solid foundation. May your child develop depth of character and understanding.

  • Join, Link - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.

  • Preserve - Preserving represents protection, keeping safe, and honoring heritage. May your child preserve valuable traditions and protect what matters.

  • Support - Supporting represents help, foundation, and being there for others. May your child support others and receive support when needed.

means "true, truth, pure."

Name ideas examples

  • True - Truth is the foundation of integrity, the alignment of words with reality. May your child always speak and live in truth, their word their bond.

  • Truth - Truth is the foundation of integrity, the alignment of reality with one's words and beliefs. May your child always seek and speak truth, building their life on this solid foundation.

  • Pure - Purity represents cleanliness of heart, clarity of intent, and freedom from corruption. May your child remain pure in heart and intention, uncorrupted by the world.

  • Accurate - Straightness represents honesty, directness, and integrity. May your child walk straight paths of integrity.

  • Complete - Completing represents fulfillment, wholeness, and thorough accomplishment. May your child complete their tasks and fulfill their purpose.

  • Unaltered - Unaltered - In its original form - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of unaltered throughout life.

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