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What does Shima mean?
Modern: A name meaning 'island' in Japanese.. Shima is a Japanese word that translates to 'island,' often used as a name in various contexts.
Is Shima a good dog name?
Not yet rated. Short and clear — a practical length for recall at the park.
Shima in the Pets in the City community
We don't have publishable popularity figures for Shima in our Auckland community. This does not tell us how common the name is.
From anonymised, aggregated records of dogs at our 5 Auckland centres. Our community, not a national census.
What kind of dog does Shima suit?
Wonderfully unusual
Place
Suggestions only — plenty of dogs happily wear names that break every rule.
Our entirely unscientific pack opinion
Shima Arrives at Check-In
As Shima settles in for a nap, the other dogs whisper, "I guess she’s dreaming of a private island for all of us! Hopefully, it’s stocked with chew toys and endless belly rubs!"
Names similar to Shima
Ainhoa — A Basque name meaning 'place name' or 'the one from Ainhoa'.Aldea — Spanish word for 'village'.Almonte — Of Spanish origin, meaning 'the mountain'.Apsley — A place name in England, meaning 'Apsa's meadow'.Araya — A name associated with a place in Chile.Armstead — Means 'home by the river' in Old English.Athens — Capital city of Greece, known for its history.Aydon — A surname and place name in England.