Shalimar
Meaning of Shalimar
Shalimar is a beautiful and unique name for a baby girl. It has French origins and is pronounced as sha-lee-MAR (/ʃa.li.maʁ/) in French or sha-li-MAR (/ʃəˈliːmɑːr/) in English. The name has variations, such as Shalima, but remains relatively consistent across different languages.
Although not extremely popular, Shalimar has been given to a small number of newborn girls in the United States over the years. In recent years, it has been ranked around 16,000 to 5,000 in terms of occurrence. The name experienced a higher peak in popularity during the late 20th century when it ranked within the top 3,500 names.
Shalimar carries an air of elegance and sophistication that makes it stand out among other names. Its exotic sound and unique spelling contribute to its appeal. If you're looking for a distinctive name with a touch of international flair, Shalimar could be the perfect choice for your little girl.
Pronunciation
French
- Pronunced as sha-lee-MAR (/ʃa.li.maʁ/)
English
- Pronunced as sha-li-MAR (/ʃəˈliːmɑːr/)
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Notable People Named Shalimar
| Shalimar Sharbatly is a pioneering Saudi Arabian abstract painter known for being the first woman commissioned by the government for street artwork and for her hand-painted, abstract designed Porsche 911 displayed at the Louvre. |
