Shamila
Meaning of Shamila
Shamila is a beautiful and unique name for a baby girl. It has its origins in Arabic, where it means "beautiful" or "charming." The name carries with it an air of elegance and grace. In Arabic, Shamila is pronounced as sha-MEE-lah (/ʃaˈmiːla/), while in English it is pronounced as shuh-MEE-luh (/ʃəˈmiːlə/). Variations of the name include Shamela and Shamyla.
While not extremely popular, Shamila has been steadily used as a name for newborn girls in the United States. In recent years, it has ranked around the 16,000 to 17,000 mark in terms of popularity. However, popularity should not deter parents who are seeking a unique and meaningful name for their daughter. Shamila exudes beauty and charm, making it a wonderful choice for any little girl.
Pronunciation
Arabic
- Pronunced as sha-MEE-lah (/ʃaˈmiːla/)
English
- Pronunced as shuh-MEE-luh (/ʃəˈmiːlə/)
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Notable People Named Shamila
| Shamila N. Chaudhary is an American foreign policy expert and academic specializing in U.S. counterterrorism, national security, U.S.-Pakistan relations, Pakistan internal politics, and regional issues in South Asia. |
| Shamila Kohestani is a former captain of the Afghanistan women's national football team, known for her achievements in the sport and her courage, including winning the Arthur Ashe Courage Award in 2006. |
