سیمین

Simin

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Simin is a Muslim girl name meaning “Silvery; made of silver”.

MeaningSilvery; made of silver
GenderGirl
OriginPersian
Arabic spellingسیمین
Pronunciationsee-MEEN
Muslim name?Used by Muslims

Meaning and origin of Simin

Simin comes from Persian sīm, 'silver', and means 'silvery' or 'made of silver', suggesting fair, shining beauty. It is a classic Persian girl's name, borne by the novelist Simin Daneshvar and the poet Simin Behbahani, two leading figures of modern Persian literature.

Is Simin a Muslim name?

Simin is a Persian name meaning 'silvery'. It is not Arabic but it is commonly used by Muslim families in Iran.

Where is the name Simin used?

Common in Iran, especially in older generations; Seemin is used in Pakistan.

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Spellings and variants of Simin

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Simin mean?

Simin means 'Silvery; made of silver'. It comes from Persian.

Is Simin a Muslim name?

Simin is a Persian name meaning 'silvery'. It is not Arabic but it is commonly used by Muslim families in Iran.

How do you write Simin in Arabic?

Simin is written سیمین in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Simin?

Simin is pronounced see-MEEN.

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