International Baby Names
Jewish Names
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Shir
Shir is a feminine name of Hebrew origin meaning 'song' or 'poem.' Concise and melodious, this name carries significant cultural meaning in Jewish communities where music and poetry have deep…
Shira
Hebrew, Japanese
"singing, song; poetry, excellent, white"
A popular Israeli choice that could work across different languages, Shira comes from the Hebrew shir meaning "song." Some parents may be reminded of the animated heroine She-Ra, Princess of Power ,…
Shloma
Shloma is a masculine name of Hebrew and Yiddish origin, representing a variant of the name Solomon or Shlomo. The name derives from the Hebrew word 'shalom' meaning 'peace' or 'wholeness.' Shloma…
Shlomit
Hebrew
"peaceful"
Commonly heard in Israel, but a rare choice elsewhere, Shlomit ultimately comes from shalom , relating it to peace, and to the names Solomon, Salome, and Shlomo. Other forms of the name include…
Shlomo
Hebrew
"his peace"
Rarely, if ever, heard outside the Jewish community.
Shneur
Shneur is a masculine name of Hebrew origin that emerged within Jewish communities, particularly associated with Hasidic and Ashkenazi traditions. The name derives from two Hebrew words: 'shnei'…
Shosha
Shosha is a feminine name with Hebrew and Yiddish origins. In Hebrew, it derives from 'shoshana' meaning 'lily' or 'rose,' symbolizing beauty and purity. In Yiddish communities, it developed as a…
Shoshana
Hebrew
"lily"
This is a rare and lovely form of Susannah commonly heard in Israel. Shoshana Shapiro — nicknamed Shosh — is the character played by Zosia Mamet on the hit HBO series Girls — a fact that could give…
Shoshanna
Spelling variation of Shoshana, Hebrew
"lily"
Shoshanna is a variation of one of the best-known original Hebrew baby names for girls , the original of Susanna. This is the spelling used by Shoshanna Lonstein, a designer who creates the Shoshanna…
Shoval
Hebrew
"trail"
Occasionally heard in Israel, but probably wouldn't work as well in the US.
Shprintza
Yiddish
"hope"
The exact origins of Shprintza, and its original form, Shrprintze, are unknown, though it is speculated to be the Yiddish variation of the Spanish name Esperanza. In Fiddler on the Roof , Tevye has a…
Shprintze
Hebrew
"hope"
Best known as the name of Tevya's fourth daughter in the musical Fiddler on the Roof .
Shulamis
Shulamis is a feminine name with Hebrew origins, being a variant of Shulamith, which appears in the Song of Solomon in the Bible. The name means 'peaceful' or 'perfect' and is associated with the…
Shulamit
Hebrew
"peace"
Shulamit--which has a variety of different spellings--is a serious-sounding Old Testament name that appears in the Song of Songs. Its common nickname is Shula, which is sometimes used on its own.…
Sigal
Hebrew
"violet"
In modern Hebrew, sigal is the word for the violet flower.
Sima
Sima is a feminine name with multicultural origins, appearing in Hebrew, Arabic, Indian, and Slavic naming traditions. In Hebrew, it means 'treasure' or 'valued,' while in Sanskrit it can mean…
Simcha
Hebrew
"happiness; joy"
An upbeat, unisex Hebrew name with a meaning to match. As a word, it is associated with Jewish celebrations, such as an engagement or a Bar Mitzvah.
Simcha
Hebrew
"gladness, joy"
A celebratory choice with a bright sound, Simcha is also used as a word to describe Jewish festivities and joyful occasions such as a wedding or a Bar Mitzvah.
Simchai
Simchai is a masculine name with Hebrew origins, derived from 'simcha' (שִׂמְחָה), meaning 'joy' or 'happiness.' The 'i' ending likely represents a possessive form, essentially meaning 'my joy.' This…
Simeon
Hebrew
"he [God] has heard"
Could Simeon be the next Gideon? Parents seeking a less simple form of Simon might consider this biblical appellation that was chosen by Wynton Marsalis for his son. Simon is actually the Greek…