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Sham

شام

The meaning is still being researched and checked. We do not present an unverified interpretation as fact.

Girl names

Meaning of Sham

The meaning is still being researched and checked. We do not present an unverified interpretation as fact.

At a glance

Usage
Girl names
Origin
International
First Arabic letter
ش
Arabic letters
3
Pronunciation guide
Sham

How to write and say Sham

In Arabic
شام
In Latin letters
Sham

This pronunciation guide is approximate and varies between families and languages. Use one consistent spelling on your child’s official documents.

What to check before choosing Sham

  • This name’s meaning and cultural context still need independent editorial verification.
  • Compare شام in Arabic with Sham in Latin letters across your family’s languages.
  • Try saying the name with your family name, and ask relatives how they would write and pronounce it.

Sources & further reading

Al-Adkar directory · شام

Questions about Sham

What does Sham mean?

The meaning is still being researched and checked. We do not present an unverified interpretation as fact.

How do you write Sham in Arabic and Latin letters?

The forms shown here are شام in Arabic and Sham in Latin letters. The official form may differ by country and family.

Are there other spellings of Sham?

We have not recorded a verified alternative spelling yet. Transliteration can still vary between languages.

How is Sham pronounced?

Our approximate guide is Sham. Actual pronunciation varies by family and language.