One who is good or virtuous
Shatima is a rare name of Arabic origin, often interpreted as a variant related to the name Shatimah or similar roots meaning good-natured or virtuous. It is extremely uncommon in the United States and carries a sense of unique cultural heritage. Its precise etymology can be difficult to trace, but it is generally associated with positive character traits.
Less common today
Shatima isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #7,491 in 1997.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
