Female and male first names beginning with the letter “S”..

Uncommon African American name derived from Swahili "shamba" meaning farm or field, combined with "-ria" denoting beauty or grace. Its origin is attributed to Toni Cade Bambara's character in her 1977 short story "Shamba's Journey". Popular among African American families, Shambria signifies strength, resilience, and unique beauty.

African name of Swahili origin, meaning 'the one who brings peace'.

Shambrika, of Indian origin, means "place of peace" and is associated with spiritual enlightenment and inner tranquility.

Unique Hebrew name derived from "shamayim," meaning "heavens." It has historical significance, being the name of one of David's warriors, and symbolizes reaching for greatness.

Hebrew name meaning 'to praise' or 'to sing praises', derived from shamayim, the word for heaven.

African-origin Swahili name meaning "one who brings shame," traditionally given to children born out of wedlock or perceived misfits. Despite its historical stigma, some African families now embrace Shameaka as a way to instill humility in their children.

African American name derived from Shamika, meaning 'little beauty' in Swahili.

Unique female given name of African origin, derived from the Swahili word 'shameka' meaning beautiful or handsome.

Captivating female name of African American origin, derived from the Hebrew 'Samuel' (God's name) and Latin 'caelum' (sky/heaven), signifying "God's sky" or "heavenly name".

African American origin name created by Zora Neale Hurston for her novel "Their Eyes Were Watching God". It has become associated with independence and strength due to the empowering character it represents in the book, though it doesn't have a traditional meaning or history.

Indian name of Bengali origin, meaning "the respected one," derived from Sanskrit 'Shama' (peace) combined with '-EEK' (respect).

Indian origin given name that signifies discernment and intelligence.

Rare yet elegant Sanskrit name meaning 'peace', derived from 'Shama'. In Hindu mythology, it's associated with Lord Shiva's son, adding to its divine charm.

African-American name derived from Swahili 'shameka', meaning 'beautiful and intelligent'. It's often associated with spiritual power and wisdom.

Intriguing Persian name derived from 'sham', meaning 'night', signifying beauty and elegance in darkness.

Arabic name meaning "honorable" or "respectable", derived from 'sharaf' which translates to "honor" or "nobility". It's a popular choice among parents seeking meaningful names for their children, often associated with dignity and high moral standards.

Indian feminine name derived from the Sanskrit word "Samyaka," meaning "proper" or "right." It translates to "one who has proper conduct," embodying grace, elegance, and propriety.

Elegant Arabic origin name meaning 'eagle', also translating to 'eminent' or 'noble'.

Distinctive female name of African American origin, derived from Arabic Shamimah meaning "gentle" or "kind".

African origin male given name derived from the Swahili word 'shamaki', meaning 'wise' or 'intelligent'.

Unique and beautiful African American name derived from the Swahili word 'shameku', meaning 'to make happy'.

Shameir, of Hebrew origin, means "heavenly one" and signifies closeness to or connection with heaven.

Hebrew-origin name meaning 'guardian' or 'one who watches over', derived from the Hebrew word 'shomer'. It's a distinctive and meaningful choice.

Distinctive African American name derived from Swahili 'shamuka', meaning 'to smile'.

African, Yoruba-derived name meaning "Who sees?" or "Does anyone see?", popular among Nigerians and known for its spiritual significance in divination rituals.

Captivating African name of Swahili origin, meaning 'peaceful one'.

Shamekka, of African-American origin, is derived from the Arabic 'Shams', meaning 'sun', representing warmth and radiance.

Unique African given name of Swahili origin meaning "child of peace".

Distinctive Arabic name derived from "shami", meaning Syrian, signifying nobility and honor.

Arabic boy's name meaning 'northern', derived from 'shamal' and traditionally given during the Shamal wind season, symbolizing strength and resilience.

Elegant Arabic feminine name meaning 'beautiful appearance', often associated with grace and charm, and popular during the Islamic Golden Age.

Exotic feminine name of Arabic origin, derived from 'shamel', meaning 'honor' or 'respect'. It signifies high regard and dignity.

Uncommon yet significant African American name derived from Shanelle, meaning 'beautiful child' in Yoruba.

Unique African-American name with unknown origins and meaning, believed to be a blend of Shamar and Jamal, potentially signifying 'beauty' or 'perfection'.

African feminine name of Yoruba origin, derived from "Sham" meaning wonderful and "Ella" meaning she has, signifying "she has wonderful qualities".

Elegant African name derived from Swahili, meaning 'beautiful', reflecting beauty, grace, and wisdom.

Persian name derived from "sham" (sun) with the suffix "-ena", translating to "like the sun".

Unique African name of Swahili origin, meaning "beauty".

Rare yet captivating African name derived from Swahili "shame," meaning peaceful. It holds cultural significance as it encourages harmony and unity, reflecting the aspirations of parents worldwide who choose this name for their daughters.

African name of Ashanti origin, meaning "one who gives honor.