شمیم

Shameem

unisexArabic

Shameem is a Muslim unisex name meaning “Fragrance, sweet scent”.

MeaningFragrance, sweet scent
GenderUnisex
OriginArabic
Arabic spellingشمیم
Pronunciationsha-MEEM
Arabic rootش م م (sh-m-m) — to smell, to scent
Muslim name?Islamic / Arabic name

Meaning and origin of Shameem

Shameem is the Arabic shamīm, 'fragrance' or 'sweet-smelling'. In South Asia it is given to both boys and girls, while in Iran Shamim is mostly a girl's name. This spelling, with a double 'e' for the long vowel, is common in Pakistan and India.

Is Shameem a Muslim name?

Yes. Shameem is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning fragrance, used for both boys and girls.

Where is the name Shameem used?

Used in Pakistan, India and Bangladesh for boys and girls.

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Spellings and variants of Shameem

ShamimShamimah

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Shameem mean?

Shameem means 'Fragrance, sweet scent'. It comes from Arabic.

Is Shameem a Muslim name?

Yes. Shameem is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning fragrance, used for both boys and girls.

How do you write Shameem in Arabic?

Shameem is written شمیم in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Shameem?

Shameem is pronounced sha-MEEM.

Updated October 2026 · Researched by the Modern Muslim Names team. Spotted a mistake? Let us know.