Seyma
Fact sheet
- Name
- Seyma
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 2
Seyma, also spelled Şeyma, is the Turkish equivalent of the Arabic name Shaima (شيماء).
What does the name Seyma mean?
The meaning of the name Seyma or Şeyma is not definitively established. Generally, it is often interpreted as 'the Good-Natured' or 'the Honorable'. It may derive from the underlying Arabic meaning of 'beauty mark', so the name can be translated as 'the one with the beauty marks'. The origin is found in the Arabic word shaima (شيماء), which encompasses concepts such as 'self-confident', 'proud', 'good-natured', 'honorable', 'worthy', and 'virtuous'. Şeyma is a first name that is common in a Muslim context. For example, the daughter of Halima, the wet nurse of the Prophet Mohammed, was named Shaima. A well-known bearer of this name is the actress Şeyma Korkmaz. Other variants of the name include Shaimaa and Shayma.
Where does the name Seyma come from?
The name Seyma has its origin in Arabic and means 'beauty mark' or 'the one with the beauty marks'. The Arabic word shaima (شيماء) consists of terms for 'self-confident', 'proud', 'good-natured', 'honorable', 'worthy', and 'virtuous'. The name is prevalent in both Turkish and Muslim contexts.
How do you pronounce Seyma?
Seyma is pronounced as a two-syllable name and has a soft sound. The pronunciation 'Sey-ma' [ˈseɪma] includes a diphthong at the beginning, which provides a flowing movement. The open ending on -a gives the name a warm and harmonious note, making Seyma appear friendly and balanced - bright at the beginning and gentle at the end.
Popularity
In Germany, the name Seyma enjoys great popularity. Currently, it ranks 3,210th among the most common female first names. Its best placement was in 2005, when it reached rank 408. In the last ten years, Seyma has been given as a first name about 180 times, placing it 1,738th in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, it ranks 1,371st. Seyma also has varying placements in name lists internationally.
Nicknames & pet names
Schischi / Seki / Seymi / Seymina / Seymo / Seymosh / Seyms / Seysey / Seysi
Similar first names
Famous people
- Seyma Erenli (Australian football player)
- Seyma Subasi (Famous in Turkey)
Frequently asked questions about the name Seyma
What is the origin of the name Seyma?
The name Seyma has its origin in Arabic and is prevalent in both Turkish and Muslim contexts.
What does the name Seyma mean?
The meaning of the name Seyma is often interpreted as 'the Good-Natured' or 'the Honorable'. It can also be translated as 'the one with the beauty marks'.
How popular is the name Seyma?
Seyma enjoys great popularity in many Muslim countries as well as among Turkish-speaking communities.