Shima
Shima Meaning & Origin
About Shima
The surname Shima is of Japanese origin and has multiple meanings. One interpretation is that it is derived from the Japanese word "shima," which means "island." This suggests that the surname may have been given to individuals who lived on or near an island. Another possible meaning is "stripes" or "striped," which could have been a descriptive name given to someone with striped or patterned clothing. The exact meaning of the surname may vary depending on the region and family history.
Popularity
Surname Popularity by Ethnicity
The surname Shima is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
- Number of People with the name Shima: 666
- Overall Popularity: Less than 0.01% (a rare surname)
- Ranking: 34110
- Frequency per 100k people: 0.23
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Shima based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Shima is not currently available.
Pronunciation
Accessibility & Communication
How to write the name Shima in Braille
Here's how to represent Shima in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
How to sign the name Shima using Sign Language
The image below shows how you can spell Shima using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.
